Both the Pursuit OS 285 2012 and the Pursuit S 310 2010 are deep-V 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Pursuit OS 285 2012 at 30,0 ft versus Pursuit S 310 2010 at 31,2 ft. At 8 865 lbs and 8 873 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 600 hp, the Pursuit S 310 2010 has a 100-hp advantage over the Pursuit OS 285 2012's 500-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Pursuit S 310 2010 carries 260 gallons versus 232 gallons in the Pursuit OS 285 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 9 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.