Newmar Baystar 3124- No comparison

I agree with Hikerdogs. I hesitated to get into this, but the apples to oranges comparison is striking. I have a 2016 Winnebago Vista 30T. With many extras, my negotiated out-the-door price was $93,000. I looked on the Newmar website and the comparable model is a Baystar 3009. Although the floor plans are very similar, I like mine better. Looking at the specifications, I note that the Baystar is about 3,000# heavier. Part of that is the difference between a 22,000# and an 18,000# chassis. This is going to result in poorer fuel economy and better ride and handling for the Baystar. While I realize that some buyers would not agree, I am satisfied with the ride and handling of my Vista. Although I realize that the one who testifies first on fuel mileage never wins, I am satisfied with 8.2 mpg average fuel economy while towing a Subaru over the first 6,000 miles. This included a lot of mountain driving in the wind. The nearest Newmar dealer is 120 miles from my house and I would be bypassing two Winnebago dealers. I cannot imagine that either my wife or myself would be willing to pay at least another $30,000 for marginally better ride and handling. Whereas we have not been in a Newmar, we will take your word that it is more attractive, but there is no way that we would pay another $30,000 for appearance.