Beechcraft Bonanza 36 vs Diamond DA62
The Beechcraft Bonanza 36 (six-seat retractable single piston, ~175 kt) and Diamond DA62 (seven-seat fixed-gear twin Austro AE330 diesel, ~190 kt) are very different aircraft — single vs twin, Avgas vs Jet-A, aluminium vs composite.
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft Bonanza 36 | Diamond DA62 |
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| Price Range | $189,000 – $1,395,000 | $550,000 – $1,930,360 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Multi Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 7 |
| Horsepower | 285 HP | — |
| Cruise Speed | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 175 kts (324 km/h) |
| Range | 697 nm (1,291 km) | 1,100 nm (2,037 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 18,000 ft (5,486 m) | 20,000 ft (6,096 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 3,400 lbs (1,542 kg) | 5,070 lbs (2,300 kg) |
| Useful Load | — | 1,300 lbs (590 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 74.0 gal (280 L) | 79.0 gal (299 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 14.0 GPH (53 L/h) | 14.0 GPH (53 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,700 hrs | 1,800 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $35,000 | $30,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $22,000 | $22,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $195 | $160 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 2 x Diesel |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBeechcraft Bonanza 36
Fuel$77/hr
Variable$195/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$61,000/yr
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 Bonanza 36 or Diamond DA62?
Bottom line: Choose the DA62 for twin-engine redundancy, Jet-A diesel economics and the modern composite seven-seat cabin. Choose the Bonanza 36 for the iconic Beechcraft cabin, single-engine economics and the proven retractable single platform.
Pick the Bonanza 36 if…
- Budget matters — from $189,000 vs $550,000, you save ~$361,000.
- More inventory — 207 listings vs 71.
Pick the DA62 if…
- Lower operating cost — ~$160/hr vs $195/hr.
- More seats — 7 vs 6.
- Faster cruise — 175 kts vs 168 kts.
- Longer range — 1100 nm vs 697 nm.
- Newer design — production from 2015 vs 1968.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Beechcraft Bonanza 36 or Diamond DA62?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Bonanza 36 cruises at 168 kts with 697 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?
Beechcraft Bonanza 36: from $463,958.
Diamond DA62: from $1,648,900.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Bonanza 36 and Diamond DA62?
Seats: 6 vs 7.
Cruise: 168 vs 175 kts.
Range: 697 vs 1100 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Bonanza 36: about $195/hr variable cost.
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?
Bonanza 36: 6 seats.
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?
Bonanza 36: 1,700-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000.
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.
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