Bavaria 34 vs Hanse 388 — Comparison
Bavaria 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria 34 | Hanse 388 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Hanse |
| Year | 1998–2004 | 2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | J&J Design | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.35 m (34.0 ft) | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) |
| LWL | 9.10 m (29.9 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.38 m (11.1 ft) | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria 34 and Hanse 388 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria 34 is a 1990s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Hanse 388 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Bavaria 34 was penned by J&J Design. The Hanse 388 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Bavaria 34 measures 10.35m (34.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.38m, compared to the Hanse 388 at 11.40m (37.4ft) with a 3.73m beam. The Hanse 388 is 1.05m longer than the Bavaria 34. The Hanse 388 displaces approximately 38% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Bavaria 34 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.60 and 52.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 388, with an SA/D of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria 34 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Bavaria 34 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Hanse 388 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 32.7% for the Bavaria 34 and 30.6% for the Hanse 388, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Bavaria 34 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The Hanse 388 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria 34 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 34 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.
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