Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft MV 1450 AW 2001 vs Alumacraft V16 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Alumacraft MV 1450 AW 2001 vs Alumacraft V16 2008 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The Alumacraft V16 2008 tops out at 25 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft MV 1450 AW 2001 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
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.
Bottom line: The Alumacraft MV 1450 AW 2001 and Alumacraft V16 2008 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeAlumacraft
MakeAlumacraft
Model Year2001
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam74"
Beam70 in. (1.78 m)
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Meters1.78
Beam - Inches74
Beam - Inches7
Weight - Detail265 lbs
Weight - Detail310 lbs. (140 kg)
Weight - kg120.2
Weight - kg140.61
Weight - lbs.265
Weight - lbs.31
Length overall - Detail14' 0"
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 9 in. (5.1 m)
Length overall - Meters4.27
Length overall - Meters5.11
Length overall - Inches168
Length overall - Inches201
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail62 in. (1.58 m)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail30 in. (0.76 m)
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.76
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches3
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters5.1
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet16
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches9
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessFull Vee Hull-0.065 in. (1.65 mm)
Hull typenot available
Hull typeOther
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard15 - 30 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max25 hp (18 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum people5 person
Maximum people5
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,380 lbs. (626 kg)