Search the light twin market and inevitably you’ll come across Piper’s PA-23 series. But all PA-23 models certainly aren’t created equal and you won’t mistake an early Apache for a late-model Aztec—in looks or performance.
As far back as we can remember, the two airplanes generally serve different purposes. The Apache has long been used for initial twin-engine training and time building, while the Aztec works we’ll as a go-places people hauler. Neither model is a speed demon, but both can be maintenance intensive given their age and complex systems. As you’d expect, you’ll pay a premium for good ones with mods and major upgrades.