Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 vs Beneteau First 36.7 — Comparison
Beneteau Oceanis 30.1
Beneteau First 36.7
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 | Beneteau First 36.7 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Beneteau |
| Year | 2019 | 2002–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.53 m (31.3 ft) | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) |
| LWL | 8.65 m (28.4 ft) | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) | 3.58 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,300 kg (9,480 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 7 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 and Beneteau First 36.7 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Beneteau First 36.7 is a 2000s offering from Beneteau from France. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Beneteau First 36.7 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 measures 9.53m (31.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.10m, compared to the Beneteau First 36.7 at 11.25m (36.9ft) with a 3.58m beam. The Beneteau First 36.7 is 1.72m longer than the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1. The Beneteau First 36.7 displaces approximately 35% 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 Beneteau First 36.7, with an SA/D of 20.46 and 65.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Beneteau First 36.7 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 Beneteau First 36.7 has a comfort ratio of 15.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.80. The ballast ratios are 31.4% for the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 and 36.2% for the Beneteau First 36.7, 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 Beneteau First 36.7 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 120L 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 Beneteau First 36.7 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Beneteau First 36.7 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
Compare Different Boats
Looking for a different matchup? Browse All Boats
Or view individual specs: Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 · Beneteau First 36.7