Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison
Beneteau Oceanis 40.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 | 2016 Dehler 30 OD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Dehler |
| Year | 2020 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.28 m (40.3 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.78 m (35.4 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 70.2 m² (756 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 35 L (9.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 4 |
| Cabins | 3 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 measures 12.28m (40.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.99m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 is 2.83m longer than the 2016 Dehler 30 OD. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 displaces approximately 130% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.12 and 70.2 m² of sail area. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 Oceanis 40.1 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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