i agree with you to a point. And in theory that is what you want, but i personally want the thing to snap. I want the car to move as fast as i feel it should in relation to the trigger. The richer you run the cooler the temps and the less damage/wear on the engine, plus the fuel is a lubricant, more fuel, more lube. But i do tune my motor to be crisp and rip. Also, at times, a little more power can get you outta trouble. JUST MY OPINION!