[yorkie_chris]

I wouldn't say its got much to do with ABS, all that does is find out how much grip there is by locking the wheel.
Instictively I'd say that the smoother engine would be able to use more traction, as dynamic friction is usually less than static.

I'd say they're talking nonsense and its simply a matter of having more useable low down power.

All IMO and I know nothing about racing...