Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Nitro 750 2007 vs Nitro Z-8 2010: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Nitro 750 2007 vs Nitro Z-8 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Nitro Z-8 2010 measures 20,1 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 3,1 additional feet of deck space compared to the Nitro 750 2007 at 17,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Nitro Z-8 2010 tips the scales at 1 950 lbs - 600 lbs less than the Nitro 750 2007 at 1 350 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 250 hp, the Nitro Z-8 2010 has a 160-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-8 2010 carries 55 gallons versus 30 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-8 2010 at 20,1 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 Year2010
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches86
Beam - Inches96
Weight - Detail1,350 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,950 lbs.
Weight - kg612.35
Weight - kg884.5
Weight - lbs.1350
Weight - lbs.1950
Height [transom]22 in.
Height [transom]22 in.
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet20.08
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Detail20.08 ft.
Length overall - Meters5.33
Length overall - Meters6.12
Length overall - Inches210
Length overall - Inches240.96
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise16°
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail14 in.
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.36
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches14
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMercury? 90 ELPTO 2-stroke
Engine/s standardMercury? 200 Pro XS OptiMax?
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail55 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters208.2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Fuel tank capacity - Gal55
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp
Engine max250 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,425 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,850 lbs.
Maximum people4
Maximum people4 / 1,000 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailNITRO? color-coordinated single axle drive-on
Trailer - DetailNITRO? color coordinated tandem 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: 23 ft. 6 in.
Trailer - Weight2,325 lbs.
Trailer - Weight3,620 lbs.
Trailer - Width8 ft. 3 in.
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in.