2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser vs Bavaria 37 — Comparison
Bavaria 37
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser | Bavaria 37 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Bavaria |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2000–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | J&J Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) | 11.38 m (37.3 ft) |
| LWL | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) | 9.86 m (32.3 ft) |
| Beam | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) | 3.61 m (11.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) | 6,900 kg (15,212 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 27 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 230 L (60.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 6 |
| Cabins | 4 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and Bavaria 37 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Bavaria 37 is a 2000s offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Bavaria 37 was designed by J&J Design.
In terms of size, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser measures 14.27m (46.8ft) overall with a beam of 4.35m, compared to the Bavaria 37 at 11.38m (37.3ft) with a 3.61m beam. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser is 2.89m longer than the Bavaria 37. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser displaces approximately 67% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.34 and 92.0 m² of sail area. The Bavaria 37, with an SA/D of 17.10 and 61.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Bavaria 37 has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and 31.9% for the Bavaria 37, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 340L of water capacity and 180L of fuel. The Bavaria 37 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 230L water and 130L 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 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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