Matching a deep vee Stamas 267 Tarpon Inboard 2012 against a modified vee Stamas 270 Express Outboard 2011 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 — Stamas 267 Tarpon Inboard 2012 at 26,6 ft versus Stamas 270 Express Outboard 2011 at 28,8 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Stamas 267 Tarpon Inboard 2012 tips the scales at 579 lbs — 521 lbs more than the Stamas 270 Express Outboard 2011 at 58 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 Stamas 270 Express Outboard 2011 tops out at 450 hp. Engine specs for the Stamas 267 Tarpon Inboard 2012 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Stamas 270 Express Outboard 2011 carries 204 gallons versus 106 gallons in the Stamas 267 Tarpon Inboard 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 8 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.