Bavaria 50 Cruiser vs 2014 X-Yachts X-50 — Comparison
Bavaria 50 Cruiser
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria 50 Cruiser | 2014 X-Yachts X-50 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2007–2012 | 2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Denmark |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.40 m (50.5 ft) | 15.15 m (49.7 ft) |
| LWL | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) | 13.20 m (43.3 ft) |
| Beam | 4.55 m (14.9 ft) | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) | 2.65 m (8.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,000 kg (30,865 lbs) | 13,000 kg (28,660 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) | 5,000 kg (11,023 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 108.0 m² (1,163 ft²) | 112.0 m² (1,206 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 530 L (140.0 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 7 |
| Cabins | 5 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria 50 Cruiser and 2014 X-Yachts X-50 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria 50 Cruiser is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2014 X-Yachts X-50 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Bavaria 50 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The 2014 X-Yachts X-50 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Bavaria 50 Cruiser measures 15.40m (50.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.55m, compared to the 2014 X-Yachts X-50 at 15.15m (49.7ft) with a 4.35m beam. The Bavaria 50 Cruiser is 0.25m longer than the 2014 X-Yachts X-50. The Bavaria 50 Cruiser displaces approximately 8% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Bavaria 50 Cruiser has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.89 and 108.0 m² of sail area. The 2014 X-Yachts X-50, with an SA/D of 20.58 and 112.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2014 X-Yachts X-50 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Bavaria 50 Cruiser offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2014 X-Yachts X-50 has a comfort ratio of 14.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 32.1% for the Bavaria 50 Cruiser and 38.5% for the 2014 X-Yachts X-50, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Bavaria 50 Cruiser provides 10 berths in 5 cabins with 530L of water capacity and 300L of fuel. The 2014 X-Yachts X-50 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2014 X-Yachts X-50 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 2014 X-Yachts X-50 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 50 Cruiser offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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