Arcona 370 vs Dufour 382
Performance-oriented ~37-foot rivals: Arcona 370's deck-led sailing against Dufour 382's cruising comfort and Mediterranean depth. Side-by-side specs from published model data.
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Comparison table
| Category | Arcona 370 | Dufour 382 |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 11.1 m | 11.25 m |
| Beam | 3.6 m | 3.85 m |
| Production years | 2003–2013 | 2014–2019 |
| Overview | Imagine an Arcona 370 suspended in a travel lift: she reveals far more than "typical Swedish GRP." The eye is drawn to the hot-dip galvanized steel frame that anchors the keel and rig, the heart of the New Gen construction featuring vacuum infusion, Divinycell foam cores, and… | When you first step into a Dufour 382 salon, you may not find the galley where you expect it. Instead of the classic corner by the companionway, the kitchen can run the full length of the port side, like an open loft. |
| Typical issues | Q: How should I read the production years if the listing says 2010 onwards? A: Check the builder’s plate on this specific boat. The model window is 2003–2013 with approximately 80 hulls. Open-ended dates from 2010 are catalogue ghost entries, not this series. | Q: Why is a listing that says "2014–..." with an empty end year, or quotes 11.67 m, not enough for a Dufour 382? A: The yard window for this form is 2014–2019. Cards often leave the end blank or quote 11.67 m with bowsprit instead of hull 11.25 m; after 2019 the market also carries the 390. |