Bavaria Cruiser 37 vs 2013 Dehler 41 — Comparison
Bavaria Cruiser 37
2013 Dehler 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria Cruiser 37 | 2013 Dehler 41 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Dehler |
| Year | 2014–2020 | 2013–2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.30 m (37.1 ft) | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) |
| LWL | 9.90 m (32.5 ft) | 11.00 m (36.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.67 m (12.0 ft) | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,900 kg (15,212 lbs) | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 60.0 m² (646 ft²) | 74.0 m² (797 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 30 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria Cruiser 37 and 2013 Dehler 41 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria Cruiser 37 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2013 Dehler 41 is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Bavaria Cruiser 37 was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The 2013 Dehler 41 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Bavaria Cruiser 37 measures 11.30m (37.1ft) overall with a beam of 3.67m, compared to the 2013 Dehler 41 at 12.35m (40.5ft) with a 3.80m beam. The 2013 Dehler 41 is 1.05m longer than the Bavaria Cruiser 37. The 2013 Dehler 41 displaces approximately 13% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Bavaria Cruiser 37 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.82 and 60.0 m² of sail area. The 2013 Dehler 41, with an SA/D of 19.11 and 74.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2013 Dehler 41 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Bavaria Cruiser 37 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2013 Dehler 41 has a comfort ratio of 15.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the Bavaria Cruiser 37 and 33.3% for the 2013 Dehler 41, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Bavaria Cruiser 37 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 230L of water capacity and 140L of fuel. The 2013 Dehler 41 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 170L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria Cruiser 37 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 2013 Dehler 41 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2013 Dehler 41 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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