When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson Cabrio 350 2009 and the Larson LX 860 O/B 2012 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson Cabrio 350 2009 measures 36,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 17,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson LX 860 O/B 2012 at 18,5 feet (2012). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson LX 860 O/B 2012 tips the scales at 178 lbs — 164 lbs less than the Larson Cabrio 350 2009 at 14 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 Larson LX 860 O/B 2012 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the Larson Cabrio 350 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson Cabrio 350 2009 carries 23 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Larson LX 860 O/B 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.