i don't know about nitros being faster.... if you shell out some cash the electrics can really fly. My t4 mm5700 on 3s will spank my gt w/ a lrp .18 prospec, and that motor hauls. but, after the batter/lipo/esc/motor I'm out well over $400, not including the truck. Really whats better comes down to personal preference. i love 'em both, and it really kinda depends on what mood I'm in. nothing beats that nitro smell though..