2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 vs Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 — Comparison
2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35
Beneteau Oceanis 34.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 | Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Beneteau |
| Year | 2015–2018 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Groupe Finot-Conq | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.45 m (34.3 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.38 m (30.8 ft) | 9.35 m (30.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.39 m (11.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,100 kg (13,448 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 and Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 was penned by Groupe Finot-Conq. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 measures 10.45m (34.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 at 10.34m (33.9ft) with a 3.39m beam. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 is 0.11m longer than the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 displaces approximately 17% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.35 and 57.0 m² of sail area. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1, with an SA/D of 17.60 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.82). The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 and 30.8% for the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 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 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.