We have people who love nitro and people who love electric. No one is right or wrong, it is all about the enjoyment you get while working on and running the car/truck. I don't think anyone can define which is "better." Some people love working on their engines, so nitro is great for them. Some people love to be able to charge up and go, so electric is great for them. Electric is certainly easier to get into, deducting cost from the initiating factor. In 8 Ball's situation, I think it depends on what he will be racing against and what appeals to him most.