Beechcraft Baron vs Diamond DA62

The Beechcraft Baron and the Diamond DA62 are two piston twins from different eras — the fast, refined Baron and the modern composite-diesel DA62. The Baron is the classic avgas performer with Beechcraft pedigree; the DA62 is the efficient, jet-A-burning twin with five-to-seven seats. Where each trades now is below.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle

Beechcraft Baron
For sale now
3
Model years available
1966–1967
Diamond DA62
For sale now
62
Median asking
$1,401,151
Range
$1,042,000–$1,880,564
Model years available
2016–2026

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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Beechcraft Baron Diamond DA62
Median $126,500
 Diamond DA62
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Median $1,401,151
Price Range $107,150 – $145,850 $1,042,000 – $1,880,564
Category — Multi Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 6 7
Horsepower 285 HP 180 HP
Cruise Speed 190 kts (352 km/h) 175 kts (324 km/h)
Range 1,000 nm (1,852 km) 1,100 nm (2,037 km)
Service Ceiling 20,000 ft (6,096 m) 20,000 ft (6,096 m)
Max Gross Weight — 5,070 lbs (2,300 kg)
Useful Load 1,600 lbs (726 kg) 1,300 lbs (590 kg)
Fuel Capacity — 79.0 gal (299 L)
Fuel Burn 28.0 GPH (106 L/h) 14.0 GPH (53 L/h)
TBO — 1,800 hrs
Overhaul Cost — $30,000
Annual Fixed — $22,000
Hourly Variable — $160
Engines 2 x Piston 2 x Diesel

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Beechcraft Baron

Fuel$154/hr

Diamond DA62

Fuel$77/hr
Variable$160/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $54,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft Baron or Diamond DA62?

Bottom line: Choose the Baron for a fast, refined avgas twin — Beechcraft pedigree, strong performance and deep support. Choose the DA62 for modern efficiency — composite construction, jet-A diesels with low fuel burn and five-to-seven seats. On safety both are piston twins with engine-out redundancy but, like all light twins, rewarding proficiency; the difference is era, fuel and efficiency, not safety class. Refined avgas classic, or modern diesel twin.

Pick the Baron if…

  • Budget matters — from $107,150 vs $1,042,000, you save ~$934,850.
  • Faster cruise — 190 kts vs 175 kts.

Pick the DA62 if…

  • More seats — 7 vs 6.
  • Longer range — 1100 nm vs 1000 nm.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the Baron and DA62?
The Baron is a fast, refined avgas twin; the DA62 a modern composite twin running efficient jet-A diesels with more seats. They differ in era, fuel and efficiency.
Which is more efficient?
The DA62 — its jet-A diesels burn at low rates. The Baron uses avgas and burns more, trading that for speed and a deep used market.
Which carries more?
The DA62 — five to seven seats. The Baron is typically a four-to-six-seat twin known for performance and refinement.
Which is better, Beechcraft Baron or Diamond DA62?
It depends on your mission and budget. The Baron cruises at 190 kts with 1,000 nm range. The DA62 cruises at 175 kts with 1,100 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Diamond DA62: from $1,299,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Baron and Diamond DA62?
Seats: 6 vs 7. Cruise: 190 vs 175 kts. Range: 1000 vs 1100 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
DA62: about $160/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Baron: 6 seats / 1,600 lb useful load. DA62: 7 seats / 1,300 lb useful load. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
DA62: 1,800-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data