Matching a modified vee Riviera Yachts 3600 Sport Yacht 2009 against a deep vee Riviera Yachts 3600 Sport Yacht SII with IPS 2012 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 — Riviera Yachts 3600 Sport Yacht 2009 at 38,0 ft versus Riviera Yachts 3600 Sport Yacht SII with IPS 2012 at 38,5 ft. At 203 lbs and 203 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 370 hp, the Riviera Yachts 3600 Sport Yacht 2009 has a 122-hp advantage over the Riviera Yachts 3600 Sport Yacht SII with IPS 2012's 248-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 265 gal and 265 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 11 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.