2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser vs 1975 Cal 29 — Comparison
2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser
1975 Cal 29
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser | 1975 Cal 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Cal |
| Year | 2012–2016 | 1975–1981 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Bill Lapworth |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.99 m (32.8 ft) | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.95 m (29.4 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,400 kg (11,905 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 65 L (17.2 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser and 1975 Cal 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 1975 Cal 29 is a 1970s offering from Cal from USA. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The 1975 Cal 29 was designed by Bill Lapworth.
In terms of size, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser measures 9.99m (32.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.42m, compared to the 1975 Cal 29 at 8.84m (29.0ft) with a 2.84m beam. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser is 1.15m longer than the 1975 Cal 29. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser displaces approximately 70% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.17 and 52.0 m² of sail area. The 1975 Cal 29, with an SA/D of 15.99 and 34.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1975 Cal 29 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.6% for the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser and 42.9% for the 1975 Cal 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 65L of fuel. The 1975 Cal 29 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 76L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1975 Cal 29 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 2012 Bavaria 33 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 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.