Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Donzi 32 ZF 2009 vs Donzi 39 ZSC 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Donzi 32 ZF 2009 vs Donzi 39 ZSC 2006 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Donzi 39 ZSC 2006 measures 39,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 6,9 additional feet of deck space compared to the Donzi 32 ZF 2009 at 32,1 feet (2009). At 76 lbs and 168 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 940 hp, the Donzi 39 ZSC 2006 has a 340-hp advantage over the Donzi 32 ZF 2009's 600-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Donzi 39 ZSC 2006 carries 302 gallons versus 29 gallons in the Donzi 32 ZF 2009. 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 Donzi 39 ZSC 2006 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Donzi 32 ZF 2009 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Donzi 39 ZSC 2006 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Donzi 39 ZSC 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 39,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Donzi 32 ZF 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
Model Year2009
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 2 in. (2.79 m)
Beam12 ft. 2 in. (3.71 m)
Beam - Meters2.79
Beam - Meters3.71
Beam - Inches11
Beam - Inches146
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 2 in. (2.18 m) w/Arch: 7 ft. 9 in. (2.35 m) w/T-Top: 8 ft. 8 in. (2.63 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 9 in. (2.06 m) w/Arch 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.64
Bridge clearance - Meters2.59
Bridge clearance - Inches104
Bridge clearance - Inches102
Deadrise22℃ Z-Tech
Deadrise22℃ Z-Tech
Draft [drive up] - Detail23 in. (0.58 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detail27 in. (0.69 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.58
Draft [drive up] meters0.69
Draft [drive up] inches23
Draft [drive up] inches27
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (0.88 m)
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (0.99 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches39
Weight - Detail7,600 lbs. (3,446.6 kg)
Weight - Detail16,800 lbs. (7,620 kg)
Weight - kg3447.3
Weight - kg7620.35
Weight - lbs.76
Weight - lbs.168
Length - Meters9.77
Length - Meters12.14
Length - Feet32.08
Length - Feet39
Length overall - Detail32 ft. 1 in. (9.77 m)
Length overall - Detail39 ft. 10 in. (12.14 m)
Length overall - Meters9.78
Length overall - Meters12.14
Length overall - Inches385
Length overall - Inches478
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches1
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail290 gal. (1,097.68 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail302 gal. (1,143.4 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1097.77
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1143.19
Fuel tank capacity - Gal29
Fuel tank capacity - Gal302
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Drive typeI/O
Engine max600 hp (447.42 kW)
Engine max940 hp (700.96 kW)
Operational Info
HeadPorta-potti in console
HeadVacuum flush with pump out & overboard discharge, shower, sink, mirror, grab rail, 110V outlet
Water capacity14 gal. (53 l)
Water capacity50 gal. (189.3 l)
Headroomnot available
Headroom6 ft. 0 in. (1.91 m)
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity4
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (75.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal2