Mooney 201 vs Beechcraft Bonanza 36
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Mooney 201
- For sale now
- 57
- Median asking
- $139,450
- Range
- $96,250–$234,955
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 19
- Source marketplaces
- 10
- Model years available
- 1977–1998
Beechcraft Bonanza 36
- For sale now
- 208
- Median asking
- $399,000
- Range
- $229,000–$875,000
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 94
- Source marketplaces
- 17
- Model years available
- 1968–2026
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
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) | Mooney 201 | Beechcraft Bonanza 36 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 1 | — |
| Serious | 0 | — |
| Fatal | 0 | — |
| Fatalities | 0 | — |
| % Fatal | 0% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Mooney 201 | Beechcraft Bonanza 36 |
|---|---|---|
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Median $139,450
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| Price Range | $96,250 – $234,955 | $229,000 – $875,000 |
| Category | — | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 4 | 6 |
| Horsepower | 200 HP | 285 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 161 kts (298 km/h) | 168 kts (311 km/h) |
| Range | 820 nm (1,519 km) | 697 nm (1,291 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 18,800 ft (5,730 m) | 18,000 ft (5,486 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 2,740 lbs (1,243 kg) | 3,400 lbs (1,542 kg) |
| Useful Load | 900 lbs (408 kg) | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 64.0 gal (242 L) | 74.0 gal (280 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 10.0 GPH (38 L/h) | 14.0 GPH (53 L/h) |
| TBO | 2,000 hrs | 1,700 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $30,000 | $35,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $18,000 | $22,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $140 | $195 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateMooney 201
Fuel$55/hr
Variable$140/hr
Annual Fixed$18,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$46,000/yr
Beechcraft Bonanza 36
Fuel$77/hr
Variable$195/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$61,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Mooney 201 or Beechcraft Bonanza 36?
Pick the 201 if…
- Budget matters — from $96,250 vs $229,000, you save ~$132,750.
- Lower operating cost — ~$140/hr vs $195/hr.
- Longer range — 820 nm vs 697 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1977 vs 1968.
Pick the Bonanza 36 if…
- More seats — 6 vs 4.
- Faster cruise — 168 kts vs 161 kts.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Mooney 201 or Beechcraft Bonanza 36?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 201 cruises at 161 kts with 820 nm range.
The Bonanza 36 cruises at 168 kts with 697 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 Mooney 201 and Beechcraft Bonanza 36?
201 engine: Lycoming O-320 (200 hp).
Seats: 4 vs 6.
Cruise: 161 vs 168 kts.
Range: 820 vs 697 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
201: about $140/hr variable cost.
Bonanza 36: about $195/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?
201: 4 seats / 900 lb useful load.
Bonanza 36: 6 seats.
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?
201: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000.
Bonanza 36: 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