Bavaria C42 vs 2006 Tartan 4400 — Comparison
Bavaria C42
2006 Tartan 4400
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria C42 | 2006 Tartan 4400 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Tartan |
| Year | 2018 | 2006–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | cossutti yacht design | Tim Jackett |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.88 m (42.3 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.09 m (13.4 ft) | 4.11 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.23 m (7.3 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,900 kg (19,621 lbs) | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,750 kg (6,063 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 76.0 m² (818 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 45 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 230 L (60.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 416 L (109.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria C42 and 2006 Tartan 4400 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria C42 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2006 Tartan 4400 is a 2000s offering from Tartan from USA. The Bavaria C42 was penned by cossutti yacht design. The 2006 Tartan 4400 was designed by Tim Jackett.
In terms of size, the Bavaria C42 measures 12.88m (42.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.09m, compared to the 2006 Tartan 4400 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 4.11m beam. The 2006 Tartan 4400 is 0.53m longer than the Bavaria C42. The 2006 Tartan 4400 displaces approximately 27% 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 2006 Tartan 4400, with an SA/D of 17.71 and 88.0 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 2006 Tartan 4400 has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Bavaria C42 and 40.0% for the 2006 Tartan 4400, 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 2006 Tartan 4400 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 416L water and 230L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2006 Tartan 4400 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: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.