Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Nitro 750 2007 vs Nitro Z-7 Sport 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Nitro 750 2007 vs Nitro Z-7 Sport 2011 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 — Nitro 750 2007 at 17,0 ft versus Nitro Z-7 Sport 2011 at 19,5 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Nitro 750 2007 tips the scales at 135 lbs — 117 lbs more than the Nitro Z-7 Sport 2011 at 18 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 200 hp, the Nitro Z-7 Sport 2011 has a 110-hp advantage over the Nitro 750 2007's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Nitro Z-7 Sport 2011 carries 45 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Nitro 750 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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.
Bottom line: The Nitro Z-7 Sport 2011 at 19,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Nitro 750 2007 at 17,0 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
Model Year2007
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Inches86
Beam - Inches94
Weight - Detail1,350 lbs
Weight - Detail1,800 lbs
Weight - kg612.35
Weight - kg816.47
Weight - lbs.135
Weight - lbs.18
Height [transom]22 in
Height [transom]23 in
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet19.5
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Meters5.33
Length overall - Meters5.94
Length overall - Inches21
Length overall - Inches234
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise16℃
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail15 in
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.38
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches15
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMercury? 90 ELPTO 2-stroke
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal45
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp
Engine max200 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury®
Engine modelnot available
Engine model115 OptiMax®
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,425 lbs
Maximum capacity1,390 lbs
Maximum people4
Maximum people4 / 600 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailNITRO? color-coordinated single axle drive-on
Trailer - DetailNITRO? color coordinated single axle drive-on
Trailer - Length over allWith Transom Saver: 23 ft. 6 in. Without Transom Saver: 22 ft. 6 in
Trailer - Length over allWith Swing-away: 21 ft. 9 in
Trailer - Weight2,325 lbs
Trailer - Weight3,000 lbs
Trailer - Width8 ft. 3 in
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in