Bavaria 37 vs 2016 Dehler 36 SQ — Comparison
Bavaria 37
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria 37 | 2016 Dehler 36 SQ |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Dehler |
| Year | 2000–2006 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | J&J Design | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.38 m (37.3 ft) | 10.85 m (35.6 ft) |
| LWL | 9.86 m (32.3 ft) | 9.85 m (32.3 ft) |
| Beam | 3.61 m (11.8 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,900 kg (15,212 lbs) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 1,800 kg (3,968 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 27 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 55 L (14.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria 37 and 2016 Dehler 36 SQ represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria 37 is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Bavaria 37 was penned by J&J Design. The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Bavaria 37 measures 11.38m (37.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.61m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ at 10.85m (35.6ft) with a 3.40m beam. The Bavaria 37 is 0.53m longer than the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ. The Bavaria 37 displaces approximately 25% 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 2016 Dehler 36 SQ, with an SA/D of 18.59 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ 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 2016 Dehler 36 SQ has a comfort ratio of 16.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 31.9% for the Bavaria 37 and 32.7% for the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ, 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 2016 Dehler 36 SQ offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L water and 55L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria 37 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 2016 Dehler 36 SQ 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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