Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Beneteau Gran Turismo 38 2016 vs Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Beneteau Gran Turismo 38 2016 vs Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2010 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 425 hp, the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2010 has a 125-hp advantage over the Beneteau Gran Turismo 38 2016's 300-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2010 carries 211 gallons versus 172 gallons in the Beneteau Gran Turismo 38 2016. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 11 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.
Bottom line: The Beneteau Gran Turismo 38 2016 at 39,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2010 at 36,6 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail39.00 ft
Length overall - Detail36 ft. 7 in
Length - Feet39
Length - Feet36.58
Length overall - Meters11.89
Length overall - Meters11.15
Length overall - Inches468
Length overall - Inches439
Beamnot available
Beam13 ft. 1 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters3.99
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches157
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 3 in
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches39
Length [at waterline]not available
Length [at waterline]32 ft. 9 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal172
Fuel tank capacity - Gal211
Fuel tank capacity - Liters651.09
Fuel tank capacity - Liters798.72
Engine makeVolvo Penta
Engine makenot available
Engine modelD4-300ZD Diesel Joystick
Engine modelnot available
Horsepower300 hp
Horsepowernot available
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeinboard
Drive typenot available
Engine 2 Engine MakeVolvo Penta
Engine 2 Engine Makenot available
Engine 2 Engine ModelD4-300ZD Diesel Joystick
Engine 2 Engine Modelnot available
Engine 2 Horsepower300 hp
Engine 2 Horsepowernot available
Engine 2 Fuel TypeDiesel
Engine 2 Fuel Typenot available
Engine 2 Drive Typeinboard
Engine 2 Drive Typenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail211 gal
Engine maxnot available
Engine max425 hp
Operational Info
Sleeping capacity2
Sleeping capacitynot available
Water capacity53
Water capacity85 gal
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeBeneteau
Modelnot available
ModelSwift Trawler 34
Model Yearnot available
Model Year201
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee