I have played a ton of T3 and I like it. Straightforward progression to wizard mode, really cool final battle when you get there. Satisfying shots up the multiball lock. I'd generally go for the newer machine if all else is equal, less wear and tear. More modern parts.

I see you chose DM, just felt like chiming in.

I have about 50 hours playtime on t3 and all the high scores at the local bar. It has decent lasting power, as you get better at it just steepen the slope and Widen the outlanes and it will be a good keeper pin I think, at least for a while. Layout should be easy maintenance too I think, which is a plus as well. I guess the thing that really draws me to it is a great final battle and wizard mode. It's not a top 50 pin but I think it's pretty underrated