2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 vs Bavaria Vision 46 — Comparison

2000 Beneteau Oceanis 4112000 Beneteau Oceanis 411
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Bavaria Vision 46

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411Bavaria Vision 46
General
ManufacturerBeneteauBavaria
Year2000–20052015–2019
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceGermany
DesignerGroupe FinotFarr Yacht Design
Dimensions
LOA12.22 m (40.1 ft)14.27 m (46.8 ft)
LWL10.52 m (34.5 ft)12.50 m (41.0 ft)
Beam3.90 m (12.8 ft)4.38 m (14.4 ft)
Draft1.80 m (5.9 ft)2.15 m (7.1 ft)
Weight
Displacement8,200 kg (18,078 lbs)12,000 kg (26,455 lbs)
Ballast2,800 kg (6,173 lbs)3,800 kg (8,378 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area69.0 m² (743 ft²)95.0 m² (1,023 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine40 HP57 HP
Fuel Capacity130 L (34.3 gal)250 L (66.0 gal)
Water Capacity250 L (66.0 gal)450 L (118.9 gal)
Accommodation
Berths88
Cabins33

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411
17.24
Bavaria Vision 46
18.41
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411
34.15
Bavaria Vision 46
31.67
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411
0.77
Bavaria Vision 46
0.77
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411
16.90
Bavaria Vision 46
15.18

Detailed Comparison

The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 and Bavaria Vision 46 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 is a 2000s design by Beneteau from France, while the Bavaria Vision 46 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 was penned by Groupe Finot. The Bavaria Vision 46 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 46 at 14.27m (46.8ft) with a 4.38m beam. The Bavaria Vision 46 is 2.05m longer than the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411. The Bavaria Vision 46 displaces approximately 46% 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 46, with an SA/D of 18.41 and 95.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria Vision 46 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 46 has a comfort ratio of 15.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 34.2% for the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 and 31.7% for the Bavaria Vision 46, 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 46 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L 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 46 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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