Bavaria 44 vs 2016 Elan GT5 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria 44 | 2016 Elan GT5 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Elan |
| Year | 2002–2007 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Slovenia |
| Designer | J&J Design | Rob Humphreys / Studio F.A. Porsche |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.55 m (44.5 ft) | 13.85 m (45.4 ft) |
| LWL | 11.82 m (38.8 ft) | 12.20 m (40.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.18 m (13.7 ft) | 4.28 m (14.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 86.0 m² (926 ft²) | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria 44 and 2016 Elan GT5 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria 44 is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2016 Elan GT5 is a modern offering from Elan from Slovenia. The Bavaria 44 was penned by J&J Design. The 2016 Elan GT5 was designed by Rob Humphreys / Studio F.A. Porsche.
In terms of size, the Bavaria 44 measures 13.55m (44.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.18m, compared to the 2016 Elan GT5 at 13.85m (45.4ft) with a 4.28m beam. The 2016 Elan GT5 is 0.30m longer than the Bavaria 44.
Looking at performance, the Bavaria 44 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.57 and 86.0 m² of sail area. The 2016 Elan GT5, with an SA/D of 19.87 and 92.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Elan GT5 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Bavaria 44 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2016 Elan GT5 has a comfort ratio of 14.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 31.4% for the Bavaria 44 and 31.4% for the 2016 Elan GT5, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Bavaria 44 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 230L of fuel. The 2016 Elan GT5 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 160L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria 44 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 2016 Elan GT5 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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