1985 Westerly Storm 33 vs Bavaria 34 — Comparison
1985 Westerly Storm 33
Bavaria 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1985 Westerly Storm 33 | Bavaria 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Westerly | Bavaria |
| Year | 1985–1990 | 1998–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | Germany |
| Designer | Ed Dubois | J&J Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 10.35 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.38 m (27.5 ft) | 9.10 m (29.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) | 3.38 m (11.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,216 kg (11,499 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,177 kg (4,799 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 45.0 m² (484 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Bilge | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1985 Westerly Storm 33 and Bavaria 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1985 Westerly Storm 33 is a 1980s design by Westerly from UK, while the Bavaria 34 is a 1990s offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 1985 Westerly Storm 33 was penned by Ed Dubois. The Bavaria 34 was designed by J&J Design.
In terms of size, the 1985 Westerly Storm 33 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the Bavaria 34 at 10.35m (34.0ft) with a 3.38m beam. The Bavaria 34 is 0.29m longer than the 1985 Westerly Storm 33. The 1985 Westerly Storm 33 displaces approximately 0% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1985 Westerly Storm 33 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.20 and 45.0 m² of sail area. The Bavaria 34, with an SA/D of 17.60 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria 34 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1985 Westerly Storm 33 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Bavaria 34 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 41.7% for the 1985 Westerly Storm 33 and 32.7% for the Bavaria 34, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1985 Westerly Storm 33 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The Bavaria 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1985 Westerly Storm 33 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Bavaria 34 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.