I think you would be ok running either as there is quite a variety of 1/10th scale cars that run. Main limit is on the motor, 10.5 turn brushless so the 540 brushed in these would be ok as slower. I would personally go for a TT02 model due to greater spares availability.
Check if the ESC can take Lipo batteries, probably can if it is the same Tamiya one which came in my M05 Mini, these are lighter, cheaper and last longer although you need a charger and lipo bag to charge them in. You would want at least 2 batteries else you would be waiting on charging for ages.
Pop along to the club one night as some members may have second hand cars, batteries etc for sale. It isn't on next week due to the bank holiday, next meeting is the 4th.
If you get a TT02 you can also run it at Barley Mow on a Sunday night in the Tamiya class so would get more use out of it
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