2018 X-Yachts 4.0 vs Bavaria C42 — Comparison
2018 X-Yachts 4.0
Bavaria C42
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 | Bavaria C42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | X-Yachts | Bavaria |
| Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Denmark | Germany |
| Designer | Niels Jeppesen | cossutti yacht design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) | 12.88 m (42.3 ft) |
| LWL | 11.30 m (37.1 ft) | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.81 m (12.5 ft) | 4.09 m (13.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 8,900 kg (19,621 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) | 2,750 kg (6,063 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 79.0 m² (850 ft²) | 76.0 m² (818 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 45 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 and Bavaria C42 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 is a modern design by X-Yachts from Denmark, while the Bavaria C42 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 was penned by Niels Jeppesen. The Bavaria C42 was designed by cossutti yacht design.
In terms of size, the 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 measures 12.35m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.81m, compared to the Bavaria C42 at 12.88m (42.3ft) with a 4.09m beam. The Bavaria C42 is 0.53m longer than the 2018 X-Yachts 4.0. The Bavaria C42 displaces approximately 5% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.27 and 79.0 m² of sail area. The Bavaria C42, with an SA/D of 17.98 and 76.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The Bavaria C42 has a comfort ratio of 15.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 37.7% for the 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 and 30.9% for the Bavaria C42, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 230L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The Bavaria C42 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 340L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 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 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 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.