I have never been in the 500 so i cant comment on its power. But i can tell you from experience in other motor sports rides. Go with more HP if you at all can because it cost WAAAAAAY more money to try to get that little bit of extra HP out of the smaller engine later. I have made the mistake before thinking "I dont need that bigger engine" and within a month im kicking myself in the tail end wishing I had just got it and spent the money up front. IMO if you are asking if the 500 has enough power then power is a concern to you and something you are wanting. Go for the 800.