Beechcraft Baron vs Diamond DA62

The Beechcraft Baron 58 (six-seat piston twin, Continental IO-550, ~200 kt) and Diamond DA62 (seven-seat twin Austro AE330 diesel, ~190 kt) are direct twin-engine competitors with very different propulsion — gasoline vs Jet-A diesel.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Beechcraft Baron
For sale now
3
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
1
Source marketplaces
2
Model years available
1966–1967
Diamond DA62
For sale now
62
Median asking
$1,401,151
Range
$1,042,000–$1,880,564
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
40
Source marketplaces
9
Model years available
2016–2026

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

Full Specs Comparison

Swipe to see all specs
Spec / Model Beechcraft Baron Diamond DA62
Median $126,500
 Diamond DA62
View 62 listings →
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
Cruise Speed — 175 kts (324 km/h)
Range — 1,100 nm (2,037 km)
Service Ceiling — 20,000 ft (6,096 m)
Max Gross Weight — 5,070 lbs (2,300 kg)
Useful Load — 1,300 lbs (590 kg)
Fuel Capacity — 79.0 gal (299 L)
Fuel Burn — 14.0 GPH (53 L/h)
TBO — 1,800 hrs
Overhaul Cost — $30,000
Annual Fixed — $22,000
Hourly Variable — $160
Engines — 2 x Diesel

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Beechcraft Baron

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 DA62 for modern composite seven-seat construction, Jet-A diesel economics and Garmin G1000 NXi. Choose the Baron 58 for refined Beechcraft cabin, the proven Continental IO-550 platform and the much larger support network of an established model. ================================================================ # KING AIR × CROSS-BRAND (8) ================================================================

Pick the Baron if…

  • Budget matters — from $107,150 vs $1,042,000, you save ~$934,850.

Pick the DA62 if…

  • More seats — 7 vs 6.

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 Baron or Diamond DA62?
It depends on your mission and budget. 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?
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.
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. 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 updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data