Dufour 382 Grand Large vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Dufour 382 Grand Large | 2016 Dehler 30 OD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Dehler |
| Year | 2014–2018 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Felci Yacht Design | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 35 L (9.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 260 L (68.7 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Dufour 382 Grand Large and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Dufour 382 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Dufour 382 Grand Large was penned by Felci Yacht Design. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Dufour 382 Grand Large measures 11.55m (37.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Dufour 382 Grand Large is 2.10m longer than the 2016 Dehler 30 OD. The Dufour 382 Grand Large displaces approximately 95% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Dufour 382 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of sail area. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Dufour 382 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Dufour 382 Grand Large and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Dufour 382 Grand Large provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L of water capacity and 140L of fuel. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 382 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Dufour 382 Grand Large 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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