Bavaria C42 vs 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 — Comparison
Bavaria C42
2012 X-Yachts Xc 42
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria C42 | 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2018 | 2012–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Denmark |
| Designer | cossutti yacht design | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.88 m (42.3 ft) | 12.73 m (41.8 ft) |
| LWL | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| Beam | 4.09 m (13.4 ft) | 3.93 m (12.9 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,900 kg (19,621 lbs) | 9,800 kg (21,605 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,750 kg (6,063 lbs) | 3,600 kg (7,937 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 76.0 m² (818 ft²) | 79.0 m² (850 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 45 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria C42 and 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria C42 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Bavaria C42 was penned by cossutti yacht design. The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Bavaria C42 measures 12.88m (42.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.09m, compared to the 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 at 12.73m (41.8ft) with a 3.93m beam. The Bavaria C42 is 0.15m longer than the 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42. The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 displaces approximately 10% 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 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42, with an SA/D of 17.52 and 79.0 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 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 has a comfort ratio of 18.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Bavaria C42 and 36.7% for the 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42, 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 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 150L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 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.