The Differences

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I'll piggyback on this thread about differences between various skymasters. I'm just starting the process of considering a normally aspirated 337.

The big dividing line is clearly the F to G model transition. I've read the article on this site which also appeared in one of the Cessna group magazines extolling the virtues of the late-pre-G models. From this and other info, i see the following differences (older vs newer):

Gear: hydraulic (optional dual) vs electro-hydraulic
Fuel: main/aux tanks (124) vs integrated (148)
Seats: regular middle row vs bench
Weight: empty weight 230 less on F vs G
Door: normal vs swing-down
Cabin: F 4" wider than G
Windows: larger side windows in F vs G
Noise: F more noisy than G
Speed: F 4kt slower than G

Is this all accurate? I think there were other seat changes during the G/H model run, but not sure what changed when.

I'm particularly interested in hearing from those of you who have flown models on both sides of this fence. I generally like later models of most things, but cabin comfort is important.