Bavaria Cruiser 37 vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison
Bavaria Cruiser 37
2016 Dehler 30 OD
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria Cruiser 37 | 2016 Dehler 30 OD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Dehler |
| Year | 2014–2020 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.30 m (37.1 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.90 m (32.5 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.67 m (12.0 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,900 kg (15,212 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 60.0 m² (646 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 35 L (9.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria Cruiser 37 and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria Cruiser 37 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Bavaria Cruiser 37 was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Bavaria Cruiser 37 is 1.85m longer than the 2016 Dehler 30 OD. The Bavaria Cruiser 37 displaces approximately 86% 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the Bavaria Cruiser 37 and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 Cruiser 37 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.