1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC vs Bavaria 42 — Comparison
1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC
Bavaria 42
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC | Bavaria 42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Bavaria |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 2003–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | J&J Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 12.99 m (42.6 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 11.29 m (37.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 4.06 m (13.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) | 9,300 kg (20,503 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 2,900 kg (6,393 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 59.0 m² (635 ft²) | 79.0 m² (850 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and Bavaria 42 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the Bavaria 42 is a 2000s offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC was penned by Groupe Finot. The Bavaria 42 was designed by J&J Design.
In terms of size, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.65m, compared to the Bavaria 42 at 12.99m (42.6ft) with a 4.06m beam. The Bavaria 42 is 2.02m longer than the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC. The Bavaria 42 displaces approximately 31% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.23 and 59.0 m² of sail area. The Bavaria 42, with an SA/D of 18.15 and 79.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Bavaria 42 has a comfort ratio of 15.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 35.2% for the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and 31.2% for the Bavaria 42, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The Bavaria 42 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC 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 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 Bavaria 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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