Racing the Savage/T-Maxx
In the current issue of NITRO they do a shootout between the T-Maxx and the Savage. The T-Maxx wins the overall shootout, however, the Savage and the T-Maxx tie on the track section. The article praises the Savage's soft suspension for rough track conditions. The Savage flat out wins the jumping contest!
Because the T-Maxx and the Savage tie in almost every category, it is really hard to say one is better than the other. In my opinion, suspension is more critical than power (for racing on a track).
A MT that is properly set up with drivers of equal ability will always beat a MT with more power and worse suspension.
The T-Maxx is not going away, and in fact I plan on buying one in the not to distant future. It is just that the Savage is starting to gain popularity. Both are a blast to drive and I have enjoyed every minute that I get to drive my Savage.
Good luck with the racing, I too am looking forward to getting out to the track and kicking up some dirt! Later.