That's what I figured. I know the 8.0 isn't the highest revving motor, but man does it have the torque!!! Considering how heavy this beast is I'd rather have torque than horsepower. I'm not sure of the 8.0's exact ratings, but I know its touted as having 5+hp. Their is an old saying in the full scale car world, their's no replacement for displacement. I'm pretty sure, for the most part, it rings true with RC engines too.