2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 vs Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 — Comparison
2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 | Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Beneteau |
| Year | 2016–2020 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.80 m (35.4 ft) | 9.35 m (30.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.97 m (13.0 ft) | 3.39 m (11.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 70.0 m² (754 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 and Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 measures 12.35m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.97m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 at 10.34m (33.9ft) with a 3.39m beam. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 is 2.01m longer than the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 displaces approximately 63% 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 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1, with an SA/D of 17.60 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 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 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 and 30.8% for the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1, 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 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 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 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 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.
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