The Starcraft Marine 1600 SC 2010 is a modified-V design and the Starcraft Marine Select 160 2013 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 - Starcraft Marine 1600 SC 2010 at 15,9 ft versus Starcraft Marine Select 160 2013 at 16,0 ft. At 805 lbs and 725 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 - 60 hp for the Starcraft Marine 1600 SC 2010 and 60 hp for the Starcraft Marine Select 160 2013. 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Starcraft Marine 1600 SC 2010 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Starcraft Marine Select 160 2013 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Starcraft Marine 1600 SC 2010 could be the deciding factor.

At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Starcraft Marine Select 160 2013 comes in at 12 lbs per hp versus 13 lbs per hp for the Starcraft Marine 1600 SC 2010. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration - meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.