Beechcraft Debonair 33 vs Cessna 210
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Beechcraft Debonair 33
- For sale now
- 22
- Median asking
- $159,000
- Range
- $75,000–$198,000
- Model years available
- 1948–1966
Cessna 210
- For sale now
- 177
- Median asking
- $249,750
- Range
- $90,200–$695,000
- Model years available
- 1960–2021
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Generations Breakdown
Per-generation specs — engine/weight/performance differ materially across production eras.
Per-era “For sale” counts exclude listings with unspecified year and separate variants (RG retractable, Hawk XP), so they may not sum to the total above.
Beechcraft Debonair 33 — 0 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
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Cessna 210 — 4 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 210 IO-470 (260hp) | 1960–1963 | IO-470-E | 2900 | 160 | 700 | 29 |
| 210 IO-520 (NA) | 1964–1986 | IO-520-A/L | 3800 | 171 | 900 | 47 |
| T210 Turbo | 1966–1986 | TSIO-520-R | 3800 | 193 | 950 | 58 |
| P210 Pressurized | 1978–1986 | TSIO-520-P | 4000 | 200 | 1000 | 57 |
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Beechcraft Debonair 33 | Cessna 210 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 819 |
| Serious | — | 64 |
| Fatal | — | 192 |
| Fatalities | — | 413 |
| % Fatal | — | 23% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft Debonair 33 | Cessna 210 |
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| Price Range | $75,000 – $198,000 | $90,200 – $695,000 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 6 |
| Horsepower | 285 HP | 260–325 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 160–200 kts (370 km/h) |
| Range | 920 nm (1,704 km) | 700–1,000 nm (1,852 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 17,800 ft (5,425 m) | 17,300 ft (5,273 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 2,900 lbs (1,315 kg) | 2900–4,000 lbs (1,814 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,134 lbs (514 kg) | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 90.0 gal (341 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 14.0 GPH (53 L/h) | 14.5 GPH (55 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,700 hrs | 1,700 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $35,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $22,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $175 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBeechcraft Debonair 33
Fuel$77/hr
Cessna 210
Fuel$80/hr
Variable$175/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$57,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft Debonair 33 or Cessna 210?
Pick the Debonair 33 if…
- Budget matters — from $75,000 vs $90,200, you save ~$15,200.
- Faster cruise — 168 kts vs 160 kts.
- Longer range — 920 nm vs 700 nm.
Pick the 210 if…
- Newer design — production from 1960 vs 1959.
- More inventory — 28 listings vs 25.
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 Debonair 33 or Cessna 210?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Debonair 33 cruises at 168 kts with 920 nm range.
The 210 cruises at 160 kts with 700 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft Debonair 33: from $190,000.
Cessna 210: from $159,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Debonair 33 and Cessna 210?
Debonair 33 engine: Continental IO-470-J (285 hp).
210 engine: CONTINENTAL IO-470-E (260 hp).
Cruise: 168 vs 160 kts.
Range: 920 vs 700 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
210: about $175/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?
Debonair 33: 6 seats / 1,134 lb useful load.
210: 6 seats / 1,310 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?
Debonair 33: 1,700-hour TBO.
210: 1,700-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 updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data