The Azimut Yachts 60 Evolution 2012 vs Azimut Yachts S86 2004 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 2 000 hp, the Azimut Yachts S86 2004 has a 1 200-hp advantage over the Azimut Yachts 60 Evolution 2012's 800-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Azimut Yachts S86 2004 carries 1 585 gallons versus 74 gallons in the Azimut Yachts 60 Evolution 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Azimut Yachts S86 2004 is rated for 26 passengers, while the Azimut Yachts 60 Evolution 2012 caps at 18. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Azimut Yachts S86 2004 could be the deciding factor.