Matching a modified vee Stamas 340 Tarpon 2011 against a deep vee Stamas 392 Aegean Inboard Diesel 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 — Stamas 340 Tarpon 2011 at 36,2 ft versus Stamas 392 Aegean Inboard Diesel 2012 at 39,2 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Stamas 392 Aegean Inboard Diesel 2012 tips the scales at 2 113 lbs — 1 967 lbs less than the Stamas 340 Tarpon 2011 at 146 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.

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.