Matching a flat Princecraft PW1960MT 2008 against a modified vee Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 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 — Princecraft PW1960MT 2008 at 19,0 ft versus Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2009 at 16,0 ft. At 71 lbs and 47 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 50 hp for the Princecraft PW1960MT 2008 and 40 hp for the Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2009. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Princecraft PW1960MT 2008 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2009 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft PW1960MT 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft PW1960MT 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 19,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.