1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 vs Bavaria Cruiser 36 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 | Bavaria Cruiser 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Bavaria |
| Year | 1995–2000 | 2012–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.77 m (41.9 ft) | 11.30 m (37.1 ft) |
| LWL | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.98 m (13.1 ft) | 3.57 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,845 kg (19,500 lbs) | 6,400 kg (14,110 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 76.3 m² (821 ft²) | 58.0 m² (624 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 110 L (29.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 210 L (55.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 and Bavaria Cruiser 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 is a 1990s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Bavaria Cruiser 36 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The Bavaria Cruiser 36 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 measures 12.77m (41.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.98m, compared to the Bavaria Cruiser 36 at 11.30m (37.1ft) with a 3.57m beam. The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 is 1.47m longer than the Bavaria Cruiser 36. The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 displaces approximately 38% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.12 and 76.3 m² of sail area. The Bavaria Cruiser 36, with an SA/D of 17.10 and 58.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Bavaria Cruiser 36 has a comfort ratio of 17.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 35.9% for the 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 and 31.3% for the Bavaria Cruiser 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 150L of fuel. The Bavaria Cruiser 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 210L water and 110L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria Cruiser 36 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 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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