The Beneteau Oceanis 510 1994 vs Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2009 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 Beneteau Oceanis 510 1994 carries a rated maximum of 80 hp. Engine data for the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2009 carries 1 057 gallons versus 148 gallons in the Beneteau Oceanis 510 1994. 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 Swift Trawler 52 2009 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Beneteau Oceanis 510 1994 caps at 15. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2009 could be the deciding factor.
The Beneteau Oceanis 510 1994 has a documented displacement of 30 864 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 Oceanis 510 1994 draws 5,9 ft, compared to 4,0 ft for the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2009. That 1,9-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 Oceanis 510 1994 uses Masthead-sloop rigging. The Beneteau Oceanis 510 1994 has a documented auxiliary engine of 80 hp.
Bottom line: The Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2009 at 55,8 ft offers more living space, greater range, and a more substantial offshore capability. The Beneteau Oceanis 510 1994 at 50,2 ft is the easier, lower-cost option — simpler to crew and a strong choice for coastal and day sailing.