Dewalt vs Original router

I am new to X-Carve and have inherited an older machine with the original router. I have already upgraded to the X-Controller but am wonder what I might have to gain by upgrading to a DeWalt 611 router.
Thank you.

much more powerful spindle. Ability for higher feed rates and different materials. I would recommend the Makita RT0701C over the Dewalt DW611, though. Much broader RPM spectrum and quieter.

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Dewalt or Makita, another benefit is the RPM governor on both. Keeping the RPM constant regardless of load = better cut consistency. RF-wise they are probably less noisy too.

good point, the original spindles would bog down.