Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 vs 1978 C&C 24 — Comparison
Beneteau Oceanis 30.1
1978 C&C 24
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 | 1978 C&C 24 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 2019 | 1978–1983 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Canada |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.53 m (31.3 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.65 m (28.4 ft) | 6.10 m (20.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,300 kg (9,480 lbs) | 1,497 kg (3,300 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) | 612 kg (1,349 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) | 24.0 m² (258 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 7 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 19 L (5.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 and 1978 C&C 24 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the 1978 C&C 24 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1978 C&C 24 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 measures 9.53m (31.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.10m, compared to the 1978 C&C 24 at 7.32m (24.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 is 2.21m longer than the 1978 C&C 24. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 displaces approximately 187% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.52 and 43.0 m² of sail area. The 1978 C&C 24, with an SA/D of 18.64 and 24.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1978 C&C 24 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1978 C&C 24 has a comfort ratio of 16.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.85. The ballast ratios are 31.4% for the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 and 40.9% for the 1978 C&C 24, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 150L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 1978 C&C 24 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 30L water and 19L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 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 1978 C&C 24 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.