Can't argue with that! Well, maybe I could bring up the use of adjustable pressure plates and sintered iron discs that allow for some initial slippage off the line, not hitting the tires as hard.... apparently the question at hand isn't a yes-no type of question. Too many variables to take into consideration. Although, you did mention that the autos get a weight break.
200 lbs. = ~.20 sec. (all things being equal?)
Now, if I could only talk those NMRA boys into allowing my clutch assisted Jerico in the S/R class.
There's always FFW Renegade... or bracket racing. Heck, I just want to race, period.