2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser vs Hanse 415 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser | Hanse 415 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Hanse |
| Year | 2012–2016 | 2011–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.99 m (32.8 ft) | 12.40 m (40.7 ft) |
| LWL | 8.95 m (29.4 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,400 kg (11,905 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 2,650 kg (5,842 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 65 L (17.2 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 310 L (81.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser and Hanse 415 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Hanse 415 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Hanse 415 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser measures 9.99m (32.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.42m, compared to the Hanse 415 at 12.40m (40.7ft) with a 3.96m beam. The Hanse 415 is 2.41m longer than the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser. The Hanse 415 displaces approximately 57% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.17 and 52.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 415, with an SA/D of 17.81 and 73.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 415 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Hanse 415 has a comfort ratio of 16.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.6% for the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser and 31.2% for the Hanse 415, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 65L of fuel. The Hanse 415 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 310L water and 170L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser 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 Hanse 415 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 415 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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