Dufour 310 Grand Large vs 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 — Comparison
2013 Beneteau Figaro 3
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Dufour 310 Grand Large | 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Beneteau |
| Year | 2015–2020 | 2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Felci Yacht Design | VPLP / Van Peteghem Lauriot-Prévost |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.43 m (30.9 ft) | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) |
| LWL | 8.45 m (27.7 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.13 m (10.3 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,150 kg (9,149 lbs) | 3,450 kg (7,606 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,230 kg (2,712 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 40.0 m² (431 ft²) | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 20 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 40 L (10.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 2 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Dufour 310 Grand Large and 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Dufour 310 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The Dufour 310 Grand Large was penned by Felci Yacht Design. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 was designed by VPLP / Van Peteghem Lauriot-Prévost.
In terms of size, the Dufour 310 Grand Large measures 9.43m (30.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.13m, compared to the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 at 10.10m (33.1ft) with a 3.40m beam. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 is 0.67m longer than the Dufour 310 Grand Large. The Dufour 310 Grand Large displaces approximately 20% 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3, with an SA/D of 28.93 and 65.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 has a comfort ratio of 11.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.90. The ballast ratios are 29.6% for the Dufour 310 Grand Large and 43.5% for the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3, 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 offers 2 berths in 1 cabin with 40L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 310 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 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 310 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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