2014 Dehler 38 vs Dufour 375 Grand Large — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2014 Dehler 38 | Dufour 375 Grand Large |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Dufour |
| Year | 2014–2020 | 2009–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Felci Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) | 11.38 m (37.3 ft) |
| LWL | 10.55 m (34.6 ft) | 10.05 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.64 m (11.9 ft) | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,300 kg (5,071 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 30 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 240 L (63.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2014 Dehler 38 and Dufour 375 Grand Large represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2014 Dehler 38 is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the Dufour 375 Grand Large is a 2000s offering from Dufour from France. The 2014 Dehler 38 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Dufour 375 Grand Large was designed by Felci Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 2014 Dehler 38 measures 11.55m (37.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.64m, compared to the Dufour 375 Grand Large at 11.38m (37.3ft) with a 3.65m beam. The 2014 Dehler 38 is 0.17m longer than the Dufour 375 Grand Large. The 2014 Dehler 38 displaces approximately 6% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2014 Dehler 38 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.53 and 68.0 m² of sail area. The Dufour 375 Grand Large, with an SA/D of 17.27 and 61.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2014 Dehler 38 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2014 Dehler 38 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Dufour 375 Grand Large has a comfort ratio of 17.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 31.9% for the 2014 Dehler 38 and 30.9% for the Dufour 375 Grand Large, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2014 Dehler 38 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 160L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The Dufour 375 Grand Large offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 240L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 375 Grand Large is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 2014 Dehler 38 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2014 Dehler 38 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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