Matching a deep vee Alumacraft Classic 165 Tiller 2013 against a flat Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2011 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Alumacraft Classic 165 Tiller 2013 at 16,3 ft versus Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2011 at 16,5 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Classic 165 Tiller 2013 tips the scales at 805 lbs — 183 lbs more than the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2011 at 622 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 60 hp for the Alumacraft Classic 165 Tiller 2013 and 40 hp for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2011. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

Both boats are rated for 5 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.

At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Alumacraft Classic 165 Tiller 2013 comes in at 13 lbs per hp versus 16 lbs per hp for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2011. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.