Both the Supra Launch 22 SSV 2008 and the Supra Sunsport 22V 2012 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Supra Launch 22 SSV 2008 at 22,0 ft versus Supra Sunsport 22V 2012 at 22,5 ft. At 3 800 lbs and 3 800 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 450 hp, the Supra Launch 22 SSV 2008 has a 125-hp advantage over the Supra Sunsport 22V 2012's 325-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 40 gal and 39 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Supra Launch 22 SSV 2008 is rated for 15 passengers, while the Supra Sunsport 22V 2012 caps at 13. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Supra Launch 22 SSV 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Supra Launch 22 SSV 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 15 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Supra Sunsport 22V 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 13 that costs less to run day-to-day.