2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser vs 1977 Cal 33 — Comparison
2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser
1977 Cal 33
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser | 1977 Cal 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Cal |
| Year | 2000–2005 | 1977–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | J&J Design | Bill Lapworth / C. Raymond Hunt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.17 m (10.4 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 5,216 kg (11,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,177 kg (4,799 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 44.0 m² (474 ft²) | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L (14.5 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser and 1977 Cal 33 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 1977 Cal 33 is a 1970s offering from Cal from USA. The 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser was penned by J&J Design. The 1977 Cal 33 was designed by Bill Lapworth / C. Raymond Hunt.
In terms of size, the 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser measures 9.45m (31.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.17m, compared to the 1977 Cal 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.20m beam. The 1977 Cal 33 is 0.61m longer than the 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser. The 1977 Cal 33 displaces approximately 24% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.18 and 44.0 m² of sail area. The 1977 Cal 33, with an SA/D of 14.53 and 43.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The 1977 Cal 33 has a comfort ratio of 22.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 35.7% for the 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser and 41.7% for the 1977 Cal 33, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 55L of fuel. The 1977 Cal 33 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L water and 68L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1977 Cal 33 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 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser 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.