Whether or not disc brakes are "better" than rim brakes, disc brakes definitely require less skill to use effectively in more conditions.
@tk Back in the 80s there was a study done in Germany on ABS equipped taxis. They concluded it caused more accidents because of driver confidence.
@tk They're also capable of great speed with virtually no effort.
@tk Not with traction control and stability control, and the ability to accelerate very hard in practically any road condition.