I don't know if it's as much about the motor as it is about selecting the proper gearing. I fully understand what you guys are talking about but have found I just need to focus more on what crown and pinioin to use. Don't misunderstand me, I would never turn down a 20K motor but if I have a 17K one I will do my best gearing work to end up with a rear wheel RPM of 7.3K. Its not the best but it will keep you compeitive.
Being on the 3rd place bubble I can say that the racing has become much closer than it was in January. This is all part of everyone learning how to match the gearing to the motor RPM.
Marty