The Fairline Targa 43 Open 2019 vs Fairline Targa 44 2010 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Fairline Targa 43 Open 2019 at 45,7 ft versus Fairline Targa 44 2010 at 44,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Fairline Targa 43 Open 2019 tips the scales at 25 600 lbs — 688 lbs more than the Fairline Targa 44 2010 at 24 912 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 480 hp, the Fairline Targa 43 Open 2019 has a 45-hp advantage over the Fairline Targa 44 2010's 435-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Fairline Targa 43 Open 2019 carries 343 gallons versus 118 gallons in the Fairline Targa 44 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 13 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.