2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 vs Bavaria Vision 42 — Comparison
2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 | Bavaria Vision 42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2000–2005 | 2013–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.22 m (40.1 ft) | 12.99 m (42.6 ft) |
| LWL | 10.52 m (34.5 ft) | 11.20 m (36.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.90 m (12.8 ft) | 4.06 m (13.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,200 kg (18,078 lbs) | 9,500 kg (20,944 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,800 kg (6,173 lbs) | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 69.0 m² (743 ft²) | 80.0 m² (861 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 and Bavaria Vision 42 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 is a 2000s design by Beneteau from France, while the Bavaria Vision 42 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 was penned by Groupe Finot. The Bavaria Vision 42 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 measures 12.22m (40.1ft) overall with a beam of 3.90m, compared to the Bavaria Vision 42 at 12.99m (42.6ft) with a 4.06m beam. The Bavaria Vision 42 is 0.77m longer than the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411. The Bavaria Vision 42 displaces approximately 16% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.24 and 69.0 m² of sail area. The Bavaria Vision 42, with an SA/D of 18.12 and 80.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria Vision 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Bavaria Vision 42 has a comfort ratio of 16.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 34.2% for the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 and 31.6% for the Bavaria Vision 42, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The Bavaria Vision 42 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 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 Vision 42 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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