Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 vs 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 — Comparison
Beneteau Oceanis 40.1
2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 | 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Fountaine Pajot |
| Year | 2020 | 2021 |
| Type | Sloop | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.28 m (40.3 ft) | 11.93 m (39.1 ft) |
| LWL | 10.78 m (35.4 ft) | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) | 6.63 m (21.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 1.18 m (3.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 8,900 kg (19,621 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 70.2 m² (756 ft²) | 74.0 m² (797 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 and 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 is a modern offering from Fountaine Pajot from France. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 measures 12.28m (40.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.99m, compared to the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 at 11.93m (39.1ft) with a 6.63m beam. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 is 0.35m longer than the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 displaces approximately 5% 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 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40, with an SA/D of 17.50 and 74.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 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 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 has a comfort ratio of 8.4 and a capsize screening value of 1.28. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 and 0.0% for the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40, 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 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 600L water and 340L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 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 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 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.