2000 Catalina 470 vs Bavaria 42 — Comparison
Bavaria 42
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2000 Catalina 470 | Bavaria 42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Bavaria |
| Year | 2000–2008 | 2003–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | J&J Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.33 m (47.0 ft) | 12.99 m (42.6 ft) |
| LWL | 12.19 m (40.0 ft) | 11.29 m (37.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.24 m (13.9 ft) | 4.06 m (13.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,154 kg (29,000 lbs) | 9,300 kg (20,503 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) | 2,900 kg (6,393 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 89.6 m² (964 ft²) | 79.0 m² (850 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 227 L (60.0 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 454 L (119.9 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2000 Catalina 470 and Bavaria 42 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2000 Catalina 470 is a 2000s design by Catalina from USA, while the Bavaria 42 is a 2000s offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2000 Catalina 470 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The Bavaria 42 was designed by J&J Design.
In terms of size, the 2000 Catalina 470 measures 14.33m (47.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.24m, compared to the Bavaria 42 at 12.99m (42.6ft) with a 4.06m beam. The 2000 Catalina 470 is 1.34m longer than the Bavaria 42. The 2000 Catalina 470 displaces approximately 41% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2000 Catalina 470 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.33 and 89.6 m² of sail area. The Bavaria 42, with an SA/D of 18.15 and 79.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2000 Catalina 470 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The Bavaria 42 has a comfort ratio of 15.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 41.4% for the 2000 Catalina 470 and 31.2% for the Bavaria 42, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2000 Catalina 470 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 454L of water capacity and 227L of fuel. The Bavaria 42 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2000 Catalina 470 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 42 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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