2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 vs Bavaria Cruiser 34 — Comparison
2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35
Bavaria Cruiser 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 | Bavaria Cruiser 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2015–2018 | 2010–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Groupe Finot-Conq | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.45 m (34.3 ft) | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) |
| LWL | 9.38 m (30.8 ft) | 9.15 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,100 kg (13,448 lbs) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 90 L (23.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 and Bavaria Cruiser 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Bavaria Cruiser 34 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 was penned by Groupe Finot-Conq. The Bavaria Cruiser 34 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 measures 10.45m (34.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Bavaria Cruiser 34 at 10.25m (33.6ft) with a 3.42m beam. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 is 0.20m longer than the Bavaria Cruiser 34. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 displaces approximately 11% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.35 and 57.0 m² of sail area. The Bavaria Cruiser 34, with an SA/D of 16.30 and 50.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.82). The Bavaria Cruiser 34 has a comfort ratio of 18.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 and 30.9% for the Bavaria Cruiser 34, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The Bavaria Cruiser 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L water and 90L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria Cruiser 34 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 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 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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