2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser vs Catalina 42 MkII — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser | Catalina 42 MkII |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Catalina |
| Year | 2012–2016 | 2003–2009 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.99 m (32.8 ft) | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.95 m (29.4 ft) | 11.10 m (36.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,400 kg (11,905 lbs) | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 76.0 m² (818 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 65 L (17.2 gal) | 152 L (40.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 303 L (80.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser and Catalina 42 MkII represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Catalina 42 MkII is a 2000s offering from Catalina from USA. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Catalina 42 MkII was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser measures 9.99m (32.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.42m, compared to the Catalina 42 MkII at 12.80m (42.0ft) with a 3.96m beam. The Catalina 42 MkII is 2.81m longer than the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser. The Catalina 42 MkII displaces approximately 76% 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 Catalina 42 MkII, with an SA/D of 17.18 and 76.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Catalina 42 MkII 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 Catalina 42 MkII has a comfort ratio of 17.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 29.6% for the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser and 38.1% for the Catalina 42 MkII, 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 Catalina 42 MkII offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 303L water and 152L 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 Catalina 42 MkII has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Catalina 42 MkII 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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