Dufour 310 Grand Large vs 1996 Najad 380 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Dufour 310 Grand Large | 1996 Najad 380 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Najad |
| Year | 2015–2020 | 1996–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Sweden |
| Designer | Felci Yacht Design | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.43 m (30.9 ft) | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) |
| LWL | 8.45 m (27.7 ft) | 9.50 m (31.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.13 m (10.3 ft) | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,150 kg (9,149 lbs) | 7,500 kg (16,535 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,230 kg (2,712 lbs) | 3,050 kg (6,724 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 40.0 m² (431 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Dufour 310 Grand Large and 1996 Najad 380 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Dufour 310 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the 1996 Najad 380 is a 1990s offering from Najad from Sweden. The Dufour 310 Grand Large was penned by Felci Yacht Design. The 1996 Najad 380 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Dufour 310 Grand Large measures 9.43m (30.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.13m, compared to the 1996 Najad 380 at 11.55m (37.9ft) with a 3.55m beam. The 1996 Najad 380 is 2.12m longer than the Dufour 310 Grand Large. The 1996 Najad 380 displaces approximately 81% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Dufour 310 Grand Large has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.74 and 40.0 m² of sail area. The 1996 Najad 380, with an SA/D of 16.44 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1996 Najad 380 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Dufour 310 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1996 Najad 380 has a comfort ratio of 20.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 29.6% for the Dufour 310 Grand Large and 40.7% for the 1996 Najad 380, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Dufour 310 Grand Large provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 1996 Najad 380 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 150L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1996 Najad 380 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 1996 Najad 380 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1996 Najad 380 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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