The Beneteau Gran Turismo 49 Fly 2013 vs Beneteau Oceanis 41 2012 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Beneteau Gran Turismo 49 Fly 2013 measures 51,6 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 10,6 additional feet of deck space compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 41 2012 at 41,0 feet (2012). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Beneteau Gran Turismo 49 Fly 2013 tips the scales at 33 038 lbs — 13 688 lbs more than the Beneteau Oceanis 41 2012 at 19 350 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 98 hp, the Beneteau Oceanis 41 2012 has a 96-hp advantage over the Beneteau Gran Turismo 49 Fly 2013's 2-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 Gran Turismo 49 Fly 2013 carries 172 gallons versus 53 gallons in the Beneteau Oceanis 41 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Beneteau Gran Turismo 49 Fly 2013 is rated for 15 passengers, while the Beneteau Oceanis 41 2012 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Beneteau Gran Turismo 49 Fly 2013 could be the deciding factor.
The Beneteau Oceanis 41 2012 has a documented displacement of 19 350 lbs. Displacement data wasn't available for the other boat in this comparison.
The Beneteau Oceanis 41 2012 has a documented auxiliary engine of 98 hp.
For extended cruising, water capacity matters: the Beneteau Oceanis 41 2012 carries 53 gallons versus 2 gallons on the Beneteau Gran Turismo 49 Fly 2013 — a significant advantage on longer passages where watermaker or provisioning stops aren't guaranteed.
Bottom line: The Beneteau Gran Turismo 49 Fly 2013 at 51,6 ft offers more living space, greater range, and a more substantial offshore capability. The Beneteau Oceanis 41 2012 at 41,0 ft is the easier, lower-cost option — simpler to crew and a strong choice for coastal and day sailing.