Matching a deep vee Riviera Yachts 58 Enclosed Flybridge 2012 against a modified vee Riviera Yachts 58 Open Flybridge 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Riviera Yachts 58 Enclosed Flybridge 2012 measures 63,3 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 4,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Riviera Yachts 58 Open Flybridge 2009 at 59,0 feet (2009). At 661 lbs and 661 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 — 1 015 hp for the Riviera Yachts 58 Enclosed Flybridge 2012 and 1 015 hp for the Riviera Yachts 58 Open Flybridge 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. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 1 506 gal and 1 506 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 18 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.