2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 vs 1986 Westerly Oceanlord — Comparison
2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41
1986 Westerly Oceanlord
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 | 1986 Westerly Oceanlord |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Westerly |
| Year | 2016–2020 | 1986–1992 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | UK |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) | 12.04 m (39.5 ft) |
| LWL | 10.80 m (35.4 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.97 m (13.0 ft) | 3.81 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 9,980 kg (22,002 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 70.0 m² (754 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 50 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 182 L (48.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 and 1986 Westerly Oceanlord represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 1986 Westerly Oceanlord is a 1980s offering from Westerly from UK. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The 1986 Westerly Oceanlord was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 measures 12.35m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.97m, compared to the 1986 Westerly Oceanlord at 12.04m (39.5ft) with a 3.81m beam. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 is 0.31m longer than the 1986 Westerly Oceanlord. The 1986 Westerly Oceanlord displaces approximately 17% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.07 and 70.0 m² of sail area. The 1986 Westerly Oceanlord, with an SA/D of 14.90 and 68.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1986 Westerly Oceanlord has a comfort ratio of 23.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.71. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 and 36.4% for the 1986 Westerly Oceanlord, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 230L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The 1986 Westerly Oceanlord offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 340L water and 182L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1986 Westerly Oceanlord 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 Bavaria Cruiser 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 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.