Beechcraft Bonanza vs Piper M350
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Beechcraft Bonanza
- For sale now
- 5
- Model years available
- 1947–1972
Piper M350
- For sale now
- 36
- Median asking
- $1,347,500
- Range
- $914,900–$2,096,839
- Model years available
- 2008–2026
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft BONANZA | Piper M350 |
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| Price Range | $56,320 – $270,500 | $914,900 – $2,096,839 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 4 | 6 |
| Horsepower | 285 HP | 350 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 165 kts (306 km/h) | 200 kts (370 km/h) |
| Range | 700 nm (1,296 km) | 1,343 nm (2,487 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 18,500 ft (5,639 m) | 25,000 ft (7,620 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | — | 4,340 lbs (1,969 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,100 lbs (499 kg) | 1,220 lbs (553 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 120.0 gal (454 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 14.0 GPH (53 L/h) | 18.0 GPH (68 L/h) |
| TBO | — | 2,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $35,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $22,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $200 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston (Turbocharged) |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBeechcraft BONANZA
Fuel$77/hr
Piper M350
Fuel$99/hr
Variable$200/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$62,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft Bonanza or Piper M350?
Pick the Bonanza if…
- Budget matters — from $56,320 vs $914,900, you save ~$858,580.
Pick the M350 if…
- More seats — 6 vs 4.
- Faster cruise — 200 kts vs 165 kts.
- Longer range — 1343 nm vs 700 nm.
- More inventory — 38 listings vs 3.
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 or Piper M350?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The BONANZA cruises at 165 kts with 700 nm range.
The M350 cruises at 200 kts with 1,343 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Piper M350: from $930,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Bonanza and Piper M350?
Seats: 4 vs 6.
Cruise: 165 vs 200 kts.
Range: 700 vs 1343 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
M350: about $200/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: 4 seats / 1,100 lb useful load.
M350: 6 seats / 1,220 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?
M350: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000.
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