1986 Bavaria 32 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i — Comparison
1986 Bavaria 32
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1986 Bavaria 32 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1986–1992 | 2008–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Dehler Design | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) |
| LWL | 8.38 m (27.5 ft) | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,900 kg (10,803 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,900 kg (4,189 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 75 L (19.8 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1986 Bavaria 32 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1986 Bavaria 32 is a 1980s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1986 Bavaria 32 was penned by Dehler Design. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1986 Bavaria 32 measures 9.75m (32.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.28m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i at 9.96m (32.7ft) with a 3.34m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is 0.21m longer than the 1986 Bavaria 32. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i displaces approximately 4% 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i, with an SA/D of 16.46 and 48.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 38.8% for the 1986 Bavaria 32 and 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i, 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1986 Bavaria 32 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i 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.
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