Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 vs Beneteau First 35 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 | Beneteau First 35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Beneteau |
| Year | 2016 | 2004–2009 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 10.68 m (35.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.35 m (30.7 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.39 m (11.1 ft) | 3.45 m (11.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 1,900 kg (4,189 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 and Beneteau First 35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Beneteau First 35 is a 2000s offering from Beneteau from France. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Beneteau First 35 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 measures 10.34m (33.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.39m, compared to the Beneteau First 35 at 10.68m (35.0ft) with a 3.45m beam. The Beneteau First 35 is 0.34m longer than the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1. The Beneteau First 35 displaces approximately 6% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.60 and 52.0 m² of sail area. The Beneteau First 35, with an SA/D of 19.89 and 61.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau First 35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Beneteau First 35 has a comfort ratio of 16.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.8% for the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 and 34.6% for the Beneteau First 35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The Beneteau First 35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 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 First 35 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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