2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 vs Bavaria 46 — Comparison
2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43
Bavaria 46
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 | Bavaria 46 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2010–2014 | 2004–2009 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Groupe Finot-Conq | J&J Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.17 m (43.2 ft) | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) |
| LWL | 11.60 m (38.1 ft) | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.17 m (13.7 ft) | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,500 kg (20,944 lbs) | 11,200 kg (24,692 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 80.0 m² (861 ft²) | 95.0 m² (1,023 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 54 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 and Bavaria 46 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Bavaria 46 is a 2000s offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 was penned by Groupe Finot-Conq. The Bavaria 46 was designed by J&J Design.
In terms of size, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 measures 13.17m (43.2ft) overall with a beam of 4.17m, compared to the Bavaria 46 at 14.27m (46.8ft) with a 4.35m beam. The Bavaria 46 is 1.10m longer than the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43. The Bavaria 46 displaces approximately 18% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.12 and 80.0 m² of sail area. The Bavaria 46, with an SA/D of 19.28 and 95.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria 46 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The Bavaria 46 has a comfort ratio of 14.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 31.6% for the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 and 31.3% for the Bavaria 46, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 150L of fuel. The Bavaria 46 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 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 46 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 46 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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