Bavaria C42 vs Hanse 342 — Comparison
Bavaria C42
Hanse 342
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria C42 | Hanse 342 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Hanse |
| Year | 2018 | 2006–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | cossutti yacht design | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.88 m (42.3 ft) | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) |
| LWL | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.09 m (13.4 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,900 kg (19,621 lbs) | 5,300 kg (11,684 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,750 kg (6,063 lbs) | 1,650 kg (3,638 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 76.0 m² (818 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 45 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria C42 and Hanse 342 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria C42 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Hanse 342 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The Bavaria C42 was penned by cossutti yacht design. The Hanse 342 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Bavaria C42 measures 12.88m (42.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.09m, compared to the Hanse 342 at 10.30m (33.8ft) with a 3.40m beam. The Bavaria C42 is 2.58m longer than the Hanse 342. The Bavaria C42 displaces approximately 68% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Bavaria C42 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.98 and 76.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 342, with an SA/D of 17.38 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria C42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Bavaria C42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The Hanse 342 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Bavaria C42 and 31.1% for the Hanse 342, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Bavaria C42 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 340L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The Hanse 342 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 342 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 Bavaria C42 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Bavaria C42 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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