Bavaria 37 vs 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 — Comparison
Bavaria 37
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria 37 | 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2000–2006 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Denmark |
| Designer | J&J Design | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.38 m (37.3 ft) | 10.57 m (34.7 ft) |
| LWL | 9.86 m (32.3 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.61 m (11.8 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,900 kg (15,212 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 27 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 70 L (18.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria 37 and 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria 37 is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Bavaria 37 was penned by J&J Design. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Bavaria 37 measures 11.38m (37.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.61m, compared to the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 at 10.57m (34.7ft) with a 3.35m beam. The Bavaria 37 is 0.81m longer than the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35. The Bavaria 37 displaces approximately 19% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Bavaria 37 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.10 and 61.0 m² of sail area. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, with an SA/D of 16.37 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Bavaria 37 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Bavaria 37 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has a comfort ratio of 19.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 31.9% for the Bavaria 37 and 36.2% for the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Bavaria 37 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 230L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 140L water and 70L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 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 37 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.
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