Cantiere delle Marche Darwin 102 Rivals

Accommodation

If accommodating guests overnight is your main concern, then the Cantiere delle Marche Darwin 102 which offers well-appointed accommodation for up to 12 guests with its 5 cabin layout option does not match its rivals. Many of its competitors including the Numarine 32 XP offer the same total guests sleeping overnight, but with 6 cabins could be a better choice for those seeking to maximise the number of family and friends they can sleep onboard. However, for maximum comfort for the owner, the Darwin 102 features a full-beam master cabin with an en-suite bathroom, a his and hers dressing room and a study and all cabins have dedicated en-suite bathrooms for family or guest convenience. Equivalently, the Numarine 30 XP and Ocean Alexander 32E also offer 5 cabins, but with facilities for 10 guests, however they still offer an exceptional level of comfort for family or group vacations.

Performance

When it comes to cruising speed, the Cantiere delle Marche Darwin 102 has been designed for those not in a hurry, with the slowest cruising speed of the group at 11 knots and a top speed of 13 knots. The Cantiere delle Marche Darwin 102 emphasizes stability and comfort over outright speed and its target audience will be those who enjoy the journey over the destination. The title for the fastest cruising speed goes to the Ocean Alexander 32E which has an impressive cruising speed of 18 knots powered by its twin 2,000hp MAN V12-2000 engines and can reach a top speed of 18 knots. This is closely followed by the Numarine 32 XP with a notable cruising speed of 12 knots and top speed of 14 knots.

Unique Characteristics

Each yacht also brings unique features to the forefront. The shallow draft of the Numarine 30 XP allows it to navigate waters inaccessible to deeper vessels. The performance of the Ocean Alexander 32E is especially impressive, with a top speed of 18 knots and cruising speed of 18 knots. The Numarine 32 XP has an impressive gross tonnage of 299GT, the largest of the competitors here.

Summary

Despite stiff competition, the Cantiere delle Marche Darwin 102 stands out with notable features and design elements. These yachts cater to a wide range of preferences and needs, making the choice a matter of personal taste and specific requirements in the world of luxury yachting.

When considering a new (or indeed used) yacht, it’s certainly important to wonder about the alternatives in the Cantiere delle Marche Darwin Class range or indeed its competitors. Browse our hand-picked selection of 3 competing models.