* you're also confusing AWkw with RWkw- I am well and truly up to speed with the differences AWD/4WD/FWD/RWD
* As a rough guide, removing the front driveshaft in the stagea will give you approx 20kw extra - Yes - but no need to remove the shaft - found an easier way lol....you will need a new washer bottle though.
* If you were to compare 2 otherwise identical stageas, one with front driveshaft removed, one with it in, the AWD one would be faster. The traction benefits of AWD outweighs any drivetrain loss. - If you say so....I personally think you are wrong as my M35 is 2WD ATM and it is a lot stronger in the mid to high range does not take off any quicker though.
*The v8 may have a slight advantage off the line due to more torque at low revs - Turn the traction control on problem solved.
Bugger wife home - have to go and cook dinner