2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 vs Dufour 375 Grand Large — Comparison
2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41
Dufour 375 Grand Large
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 | Dufour 375 Grand Large |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Dufour |
| Year | 2016–2020 | 2009–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Felci Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) | 11.38 m (37.3 ft) |
| LWL | 10.80 m (35.4 ft) | 10.05 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.97 m (13.0 ft) | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 70.0 m² (754 ft²) | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 240 L (63.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 and Dufour 375 Grand Large represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Dufour 375 Grand Large is a 2000s offering from Dufour from France. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Dufour 375 Grand Large was designed by Felci Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 measures 12.35m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.97m, compared to the Dufour 375 Grand Large at 11.38m (37.3ft) with a 3.65m beam. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 is 0.97m longer than the Dufour 375 Grand Large. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 displaces approximately 25% 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 Dufour 375 Grand Large, with an SA/D of 17.27 and 61.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 375 Grand Large 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 Dufour 375 Grand Large has a comfort ratio of 17.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 and 30.9% for the Dufour 375 Grand Large, 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 Dufour 375 Grand Large offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 240L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 375 Grand Large 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 Dufour 375 Grand Large 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.