2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser vs Bavaria Cruiser 36 — Comparison
2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser
Bavaria Cruiser 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser | Bavaria Cruiser 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Bavaria |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2012–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) | 11.30 m (37.1 ft) |
| LWL | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) | 3.57 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) | 6,400 kg (14,110 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) | 58.0 m² (624 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 110 L (29.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 210 L (55.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 6 |
| Cabins | 4 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and Bavaria Cruiser 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Bavaria Cruiser 36 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Bavaria Cruiser 36 was designed by Farr Yacht 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 Cruiser 36 at 11.30m (37.1ft) with a 3.57m beam. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser is 2.97m longer than the Bavaria Cruiser 36. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser displaces approximately 80% 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 Cruiser 36, with an SA/D of 17.10 and 58.0 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 Cruiser 36 has a comfort ratio of 17.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and 31.3% for the Bavaria Cruiser 36, 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 Cruiser 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 210L water and 110L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria Cruiser 36 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.