
Originally Posted by
puregroove
It is somewhat personal opinion. There are plenty of guys out there sliding low hp cars and no p/s. The right balance of power to weight is key. A lot of times, it's all you need. Being an exhibition sport, the more smoke, the better. I must say, it does look cooler. Having a good, balanced powerband will also allow you to maintain your slide and not bog when you need power, the most.
The answers to your questions are best received through personal experience. That is how you should draw your conclusion.