All in all, what i would recommend for you comes down to your skill level and preference. If you want just a plug in and go kinda rc, go with electric. less maintainence, easy to use, easier to work on, low downtime. Not as appealing to the ear as nitro unless you live around neighborhoods with old hags lol. Nitro on the other hand requires more skill and knowledge with nitro motors and how it all works. requires more hands on and keeping an eye on things longer downtimes due to cleanings and keeping up with it, though very fun with the high speeds and loudness of the motor screaming at 30,000rpm!! Its like driving a real car, either you can or you just cant. for a beginner, i would recommend electric. for someone more experienced in the hobby and engines, give nitro a try. Just my two cents. hope it helps and good luck.</p>