2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 vs Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 — Comparison
2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1
Beneteau Oceanis 46.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 | Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Beneteau |
| Year | 2019 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Groupe Finot-Conq | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.94 m (52.3 ft) | 14.60 m (47.9 ft) |
| LWL | 14.30 m (46.9 ft) | 13.14 m (43.1 ft) |
| Beam | 4.80 m (15.7 ft) | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs) | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 3,300 kg (7,275 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 108.0 m² (1,163 ft²) | 93.0 m² (1,001 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 57 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 420 L (111.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 5 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 and Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 was penned by Groupe Finot-Conq. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
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 Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 at 14.60m (47.9ft) with a 4.49m beam. The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 is 1.34m longer than the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1. The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 displaces approximately 23% 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 Beneteau Oceanis 46.1, with an SA/D of 19.10 and 93.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 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 Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 has a comfort ratio of 12.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 28.2% for the 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 and 30.0% for the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1, 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 Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 420L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 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 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 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.