2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 vs 2014 X-Yachts X-50 — Comparison
2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1
2014 X-Yachts X-50
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 | 2014 X-Yachts X-50 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2019 | 2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Denmark |
| Designer | Groupe Finot-Conq | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.94 m (52.3 ft) | 15.15 m (49.7 ft) |
| LWL | 14.30 m (46.9 ft) | 13.20 m (43.3 ft) |
| Beam | 4.80 m (15.7 ft) | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) | 2.65 m (8.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs) | 13,000 kg (28,660 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 5,000 kg (11,023 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 108.0 m² (1,163 ft²) | 112.0 m² (1,206 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 7 |
| Cabins | 5 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 and 2014 X-Yachts X-50 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the 2014 X-Yachts X-50 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 was penned by Groupe Finot-Conq. The 2014 X-Yachts X-50 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 measures 15.94m (52.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.80m, compared to the 2014 X-Yachts X-50 at 15.15m (49.7ft) with a 4.35m beam. The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 is 0.79m longer than the 2014 X-Yachts X-50. The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.35 and 108.0 m² of sail area. The 2014 X-Yachts X-50, with an SA/D of 20.58 and 112.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2014 X-Yachts X-50 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 11.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The 2014 X-Yachts X-50 has a comfort ratio of 14.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 28.2% for the 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 and 38.5% for the 2014 X-Yachts X-50, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 provides 10 berths in 5 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 2014 X-Yachts X-50 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2014 X-Yachts X-50 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 2014 X-Yachts X-50 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.