Matching a modified vee Fisher 1648 AWL 2009 against a flat Fisher Guide V14 Riveted Deep V 2009 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 — Fisher 1648 AWL 2009 at 16,0 ft versus Fisher Guide V14 Riveted Deep V 2009 at 13,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Fisher 1648 AWL 2009 tips the scales at 515 lbs — 340 lbs more than the Fisher Guide V14 Riveted Deep V 2009 at 175 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 50 hp, the Fisher 1648 AWL 2009 has a 35-hp advantage over the Fisher Guide V14 Riveted Deep V 2009's 15-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 4 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 Fisher 1648 AWL 2009 comes in at 10 lbs per hp versus 12 lbs per hp for the Fisher Guide V14 Riveted Deep V 2009. 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.
Bottom line: The Fisher 1648 AWL 2009 at 16,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Fisher Guide V14 Riveted Deep V 2009 at 13,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.