2004 Bavaria 38 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2004 Bavaria 38 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2004–2009 | 2022 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | J&J Design | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.72 m (38.5 ft) | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) |
| LWL | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) | 11.10 m (36.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,500 kg (16,535 lbs) | 8,600 kg (18,960 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 2,750 kg (6,063 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 72.0 m² (775 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 30 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2004 Bavaria 38 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2004 Bavaria 38 is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2004 Bavaria 38 was penned by J&J Design. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2004 Bavaria 38 measures 11.72m (38.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.76m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) at 12.35m (40.5ft) with a 3.99m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) is 0.63m longer than the 2004 Bavaria 38. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) displaces approximately 15% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2004 Bavaria 38 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.70 and 63.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022), with an SA/D of 17.43 and 72.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2004 Bavaria 38 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) has a comfort ratio of 15.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 33.3% for the 2004 Bavaria 38 and 32.0% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022), reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2004 Bavaria 38 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2004 Bavaria 38 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) 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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