The Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 vs Beneteau First 27 SE 2011 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 110 hp, the Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 has a 100-hp advantage over the Beneteau First 27 SE 2011's 10-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 is rated for 15 passengers, while the Beneteau First 27 SE 2011 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 could be the deciding factor.
The Beneteau First 27 SE 2011 has a documented displacement of 3 417 lbs. Displacement data wasn't available for the other boat in this comparison.
Draft is a practical consideration that many buyers underestimate until they're already at the marina. The Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 draws 6,5 ft, compared to 3,1 ft for the Beneteau First 27 SE 2011. That 3,4-foot difference affects which anchorages you can access, which haul-out facilities will take you, and how carefully you need to read the tide tables in shallower cruising grounds.
For auxiliary power the Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 carries a 110-hp engine against 10 hp on the Beneteau First 27 SE 2011. Motoring range and ability to punch through a foul current or enter a tight marina under power will favour the more powerful installation.
Bottom line: The Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 at 51,3 ft offers more living space, greater range, and a more substantial offshore capability. The Beneteau First 27 SE 2011 at 26,3 ft is the easier, lower-cost option — simpler to crew and a strong choice for coastal and day sailing.