2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser vs Bavaria 42 — Comparison
Bavaria 42
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser | Bavaria 42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Bavaria |
| Year | 2012–2016 | 2003–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | J&J Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.99 m (32.8 ft) | 12.99 m (42.6 ft) |
| LWL | 8.95 m (29.4 ft) | 11.29 m (37.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) | 4.06 m (13.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,400 kg (11,905 lbs) | 9,300 kg (20,503 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 2,900 kg (6,393 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 79.0 m² (850 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 65 L (17.2 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser and Bavaria 42 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Bavaria 42 is a 2000s offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Bavaria 42 was designed by J&J Design.
In terms of size, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser measures 9.99m (32.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.42m, compared to the Bavaria 42 at 12.99m (42.6ft) with a 4.06m beam. The Bavaria 42 is 3.00m longer than the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser. The Bavaria 42 displaces approximately 72% 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 Bavaria 42, with an SA/D of 18.15 and 79.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria 42 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 Bavaria 42 has a comfort ratio of 15.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.6% for the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser and 31.2% for the Bavaria 42, 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 Bavaria 42 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2012 Bavaria 33 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 Bavaria 42 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Bavaria 42 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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