I don't know why you'd think the 8ight was faster than the CR(T). Speed is all a matter of how you set it up. If you are talking just lap times, there is no reason why the CR(T) wouldn't bring in as good as or better lap times than the 8ight(T). If, just getting the 8ight would make you faster, I think that everyone would have gotten one.

I like the 8ight, but having had experience with both, I'd take the CR(T). I find it easier to drive.