1986 Bavaria 32 vs 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 — Comparison
1986 Bavaria 32
1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1986 Bavaria 32 | 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Hinckley |
| Year | 1986–1992 | 1980–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Yawl |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | Dehler Design | McCurdy & Rhodes |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 12.19 m (40.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.38 m (27.5 ft) | 8.69 m (28.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,900 kg (10,803 lbs) | 8,165 kg (18,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,900 kg (4,189 lbs) | 3,402 kg (7,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) | 62.4 m² (672 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 75 L (19.8 gal) | 151 L (39.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 265 L (70.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1986 Bavaria 32 and 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1986 Bavaria 32 is a 1980s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 is a 1980s offering from Hinckley from USA. The 1986 Bavaria 32 was penned by Dehler Design. The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 was designed by McCurdy & Rhodes.
In terms of size, the 1986 Bavaria 32 measures 9.75m (32.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.28m, compared to the 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 at 12.19m (40.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 is 2.44m longer than the 1986 Bavaria 32. The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 displaces approximately 67% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1986 Bavaria 32 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.20 and 46.0 m² of sail area. The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40, with an SA/D of 15.63 and 62.4 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1986 Bavaria 32 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1986 Bavaria 32 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 has a comfort ratio of 26.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.67. The ballast ratios are 38.8% for the 1986 Bavaria 32 and 41.7% for the 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1986 Bavaria 32 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 130L of water capacity and 75L of fuel. The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 265L water and 151L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 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 1986 Bavaria 32 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.