Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 vs Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 or the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008?

The Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 is the longer of the two at 49,5 feet overall. The Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 comes in at 40,0 feet, making it roughly 9,5 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer - the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 or the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008?

For trailering, the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 has the edge at 31 000 lbs dry weight versus 46 300 lbs for the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 has a documented max rating of 435 hp. Engine specifications for the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 were not available in our database - check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many passengers can the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 carry?

The Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 has an official capacity rating of 14 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison - verify directly with the dealer.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 measures 187" wide, compared to 167" for the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states - anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 or the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008?

The Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 has the bigger tank at 506 gallons, versus 300 gallons on the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008. That 206-gallon difference translates to roughly 618–1030 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 and Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 and the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 are built by Marquis Yachts. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

Boat Comparison

Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 vs Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008

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Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010

2010

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Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008

2008

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 vs Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008: Which Semi-Displacement Boat Fits Your Needs?

Both the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 and the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 are semi-displacement designs, both built in fibreglass, so 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 Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 measures 49,5 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 9,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 at 40,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 tips the scales at 46 300 lbs - 15 300 lbs more than the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 at 31 000 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 Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 tops out at 435 hp. Engine specs for the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 carries 506 gallons versus 300 gallons in the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 is rated for up to 14 people. Passenger data for the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 at 49,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 at 40,0 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.

General Boat Info

MakeMarquis Yachts

Model500 Sport Bridge

ModelMarquis? 40 SC

Model Year2010

Model Year2008

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam15 ft. 7 in. (4.7 m) with gunnel molding

Beam13 ft. 11 in. (4.2 m) with gunnel molding

Beam - Meters4.75

Beam - Meters4.24

Beam - Inches187

Beam - Inches167

Bridge clearance - Detail16 ft. 8 in. (5 m) top mast head light with full fuel and water

Bridge clearance - Detail13 ft. 9 in. (4.2 m) including anchor light mast

Bridge clearance - Meters5.08

Bridge clearance - Meters4.19

Bridge clearance - Inches200

Bridge clearance - Inches165

Draft [max] - Detail39.5 in. (1 m)

Draft [max] - Detail43 in. (1.2 m)

Draft [max] - Meters1.02

Draft [max] - Meters1.09

Draft [max] - Inches39.5

Draft [max] - Inches43

Weight - Detail46,300 lbs. (21,000 kg) with full fuel and water

Weight - Detail31,000 lbs. (14,061 kg) with fuel and water

Weight - kg21001.31

Weight - kg14061.35

Weight - lbs.46300

Weight - lbs.31000

Length - Feet49.5

Length - Feet40

Length [over all with swim platform]49 ft. 6 in. (15.09 m) also includes gunnel molding

Length [over all with swim platform]40 ft. 10 in. (12.4 m)

Length overall - Detail47 ft. 3 in. (14.4 m) molded hull

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters14.4

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches567

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters12.4

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches10

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeSemi Displacement

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardTriple Volvo Penta® D6 IPS 500 - 370 hp

Engine/s standardVolvo Penta? D6 IPS 450, 330 hp

Fuel tank capacity - Detail506 gal. (1,915 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail300 gal. (1,136 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters1915.42

Fuel tank capacity - Liters1135.62

Fuel tank capacity - Gal506

Fuel tank capacity - Gal300

Fuel typeDiesel

Drive typeInboard - Triple

Drive typePod Drive

Engine maxnot available

Engine max435 hp

Operational Info

Headroom6 ft. 6 in. (2 m) cabin

Headroom6 ft. 5 in. (2 m) cabin

Sleeping capacity8

Sleeping capacity4

Water capacity160 gal. (605 l)

Water capacity140 gal. (530 l)

Water heater capacity11 gal. (42 l)

Water heater capacity11 gal. (41.6 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail90 gal. (340 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail45 gal. (170 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters340.69

Holding tank capacity - Liters170.34

Holding tank capacity - Gal90

Holding tank capacity - Gal45

Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 vs Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 or the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008?

The Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 is the longer of the two at 49,5 feet overall. The Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 comes in at 40,0 feet, making it roughly 9,5 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer - the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 or the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008?

For trailering, the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 has the edge at 31 000 lbs dry weight versus 46 300 lbs for the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 has a documented max rating of 435 hp. Engine specifications for the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 were not available in our database - check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many passengers can the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 carry?

The Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 has an official capacity rating of 14 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison - verify directly with the dealer.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 measures 187" wide, compared to 167" for the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states - anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 or the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008?

The Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 has the bigger tank at 506 gallons, versus 300 gallons on the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008. That 206-gallon difference translates to roughly 618–1030 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 and Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Marquis Yachts 500 Sport Bridge 2010 and the Marquis Yachts Marquis 40 SC 2008 are built by Marquis Yachts. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

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