The Beneteau Figaro 3 2019 vs Beneteau First Class 10 1987 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Beneteau Figaro 3 2019 at 36,0 ft versus Beneteau First Class 10 1987 at 34,3 ft. At 7 000 lbs and 6 900 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Beneteau Figaro 3 2019 carries a rated maximum of 24 hp. Engine data for the Beneteau First Class 10 1987 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
Both boats are rated for 10 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Both boats sit in a similar displacement bracket — 7 000 lbs for the Beneteau Figaro 3 2019 and 6 900 lbs for the Beneteau First Class 10 1987. Comparable displacement means broadly similar seakeeping behaviour and load capacity, though hull form and ballast ratio will still produce noticeably different sailing characteristics.
Draft is a practical consideration that many buyers underestimate until they're already at the marina. The Beneteau Figaro 3 2019 draws 8,2 ft, compared to 5,8 ft for the Beneteau First Class 10 1987. That 2,4-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.
The Beneteau Figaro 3 2019 is rigged as a Sloop while the Beneteau First Class 10 1987 carries Fractional Sloop rigging — a meaningful difference in sail handling complexity, upwind performance, and the size of crew you'll need to work the boat comfortably. The Beneteau Figaro 3 2019 has a documented auxiliary engine of 24 hp.
Bottom line: The Beneteau Figaro 3 2019 and Beneteau First Class 10 1987 are closely matched on paper. A sea trial on both in representative conditions is the only reliable way to find which one suits your sailing style, home port, and intended cruising ground.