Bavaria 34 vs 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 — Comparison
Bavaria 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria 34 | 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | X-Yachts |
| Year | 1998–2004 | 2012–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Denmark |
| Designer | J&J Design | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.35 m (34.0 ft) | 12.73 m (41.8 ft) |
| LWL | 9.10 m (29.9 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.38 m (11.1 ft) | 3.93 m (12.9 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) | 9,800 kg (21,605 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 3,600 kg (7,937 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 79.0 m² (850 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria 34 and 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria 34 is a 1990s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Bavaria 34 was penned by J&J Design. The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Bavaria 34 measures 10.35m (34.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.38m, compared to the 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 at 12.73m (41.8ft) with a 3.93m beam. The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 is 2.38m longer than the Bavaria 34. The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 displaces approximately 88% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Bavaria 34 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.60 and 52.0 m² of sail area. The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42, with an SA/D of 17.52 and 79.0 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 Bavaria 34 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 has a comfort ratio of 18.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 32.7% for the Bavaria 34 and 36.7% for the 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Bavaria 34 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 150L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 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: The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 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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