1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC vs Bavaria Cruiser 34 — Comparison
1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC
Bavaria Cruiser 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC | Bavaria Cruiser 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Bavaria |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 2010–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 9.15 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 59.0 m² (635 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 90 L (23.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and Bavaria Cruiser 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the Bavaria Cruiser 34 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC was penned by Groupe Finot. The Bavaria Cruiser 34 was designed by Farr Yacht 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 Cruiser 34 at 10.25m (33.6ft) with a 3.42m beam. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is 0.72m longer than the Bavaria Cruiser 34. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC displaces approximately 29% 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 Cruiser 34, with an SA/D of 16.30 and 50.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Bavaria Cruiser 34 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 Cruiser 34 has a comfort ratio of 18.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 35.2% for the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and 30.9% for the Bavaria Cruiser 34, 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 Cruiser 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L water and 90L 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 Cruiser 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 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC 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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