2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 vs 2020 Bavaria C45 — Comparison
2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41
2020 Bavaria C45
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 | 2020 Bavaria C45 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Bavaria |
| Year | 2016–2020 | 2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Cossutti Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.80 m (35.4 ft) | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.97 m (13.0 ft) | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 3,300 kg (7,275 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 70.0 m² (754 ft²) | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 57 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 and 2020 Bavaria C45 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2020 Bavaria C45 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The 2020 Bavaria C45 was designed by Cossutti 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 2020 Bavaria C45 at 14.27m (46.8ft) with a 4.35m beam. The 2020 Bavaria C45 is 1.92m longer than the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41. The 2020 Bavaria C45 displaces approximately 29% 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 2020 Bavaria C45, with an SA/D of 18.89 and 92.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2020 Bavaria C45 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 2020 Bavaria C45 has a comfort ratio of 13.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 and 30.0% for the 2020 Bavaria C45, 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 2020 Bavaria C45 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 350L water and 180L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 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 2020 Bavaria C45 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2020 Bavaria C45 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.