Andy, no comparison. Like shep mentioned, VMCs are too soft for general use. I've consistently bent out #2's using 8 lb ultragreen.

I will add that VMCs are still part of my arsenal though. Spots I fish with extremely snaggy pocket water like Tokul, Gobar, Upper Sky and the Lyre. In this case Gamy's are too strong. I like using a short 12 lb leader tied to a #2 or #1 VMC. When it snags I can usually pull it free. A quick shape-up with the Leadmaster and a couple of strokes with the file, and I'm back in biz. Note: I'm cognizant of the fact that I'm usually attached to metalheads with a weakened hook, so I play them lightly.