2020 Bavaria C45 vs 2013 Oyster 485 — Comparison
2020 Bavaria C45
2013 Oyster 485
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2020 Bavaria C45 | 2013 Oyster 485 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Oyster |
| Year | 2020 | 2013–2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Designer | Cossutti Yacht Design | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) | 14.85 m (48.7 ft) |
| LWL | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) | 4.38 m (14.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) | 14,200 kg (31,306 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,300 kg (7,275 lbs) | 5,400 kg (11,905 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) | 98.0 m² (1,055 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 57 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 550 L (145.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 7 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2020 Bavaria C45 and 2013 Oyster 485 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2020 Bavaria C45 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2013 Oyster 485 is a modern offering from Oyster from United Kingdom. The 2020 Bavaria C45 was penned by Cossutti Yacht Design. The 2013 Oyster 485 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the 2020 Bavaria C45 measures 14.27m (46.8ft) overall with a beam of 4.35m, compared to the 2013 Oyster 485 at 14.85m (48.7ft) with a 4.38m beam. The 2013 Oyster 485 is 0.58m longer than the 2020 Bavaria C45. The 2013 Oyster 485 displaces approximately 29% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2020 Bavaria C45 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.89 and 92.0 m² of sail area. The 2013 Oyster 485, with an SA/D of 16.98 and 98.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2020 Bavaria C45 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2020 Bavaria C45 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2013 Oyster 485 has a comfort ratio of 17.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 30.0% for the 2020 Bavaria C45 and 38.0% for the 2013 Oyster 485, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2020 Bavaria C45 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 350L of water capacity and 180L of fuel. The 2013 Oyster 485 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 550L water and 300L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2013 Oyster 485 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.