2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser vs Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 — Comparison
2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser
Beneteau Oceanis 46.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser | Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Beneteau |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) | 14.60 m (47.9 ft) |
| LWL | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) | 13.14 m (43.1 ft) |
| Beam | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) | 3,300 kg (7,275 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) | 93.0 m² (1,001 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 57 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 420 L (111.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser measures 14.27m (46.8ft) overall with a beam of 4.35m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 at 14.60m (47.9ft) with a 4.49m beam. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 is 0.33m longer than the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser displaces approximately 5% 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 Beneteau Oceanis 46.1, with an SA/D of 19.10 and 93.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 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 Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 has a comfort ratio of 12.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and 30.0% for the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1, 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 Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 420L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser 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 Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 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.