Think the difference is that the Legend majors on accommodation (big fridge, television, vast aft cabin etc) and are less "performance" orientated. They never really caught on here, despite setting up a factory and aggressive marketing.

Note you have a Folkboat. Obviously any modern boat will be very different, but they are very different design concepts and it is a nonsense to try and make any direct comparison.

I am in the unusual position to be able to compare the merits of the two different design approaches as I have both an old wooden boat and a Bavaria. Both are perfect for the use I put them to. I have wandered around the Channel for nearly 30 years in my Eventide, including single handed cross channel and love it. However, SWMBO only likes being anchored in Poole harbour, enjoying the rich glow of the mahogany and the hiss of the Taylors cooking supper. My grandchildren are going to spend their first night on board this year - big adventure!

However in the Bavaria, a 40 mile passage from Paxos to Gouvia with a force 3/4 over the quarter, boat triimmed to sail herself, cold beer from the fridge - what could be better. Have done much the same passage with a NW 4/5, reefed down with the engine ticking over, autopilt on, sprayhood up. Square topped waves just like the Solent so a bit bangy and wet but never scary.

As I suggested, charter one if you are serious about going this route. If you don't like it at least you base that position on some experience, not on guesswork and prejudice.

Good luck!