The Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 vs Regal Boats SAV 2020 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 Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 measures 42,3 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 4,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal Boats SAV 2020 at 38,1 feet (2020). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Regal Boats SAV 2020 tips the scales at 17 990 lbs — 17 785 lbs less than the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 at 205 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 Regal Boats SAV 2020 tops out at 600 hp. Engine specs for the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Regal Boats SAV 2020 carries 35 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.