What makes DVD Studio Pro work faster? and batching builds?

Hi folks,
I've been using SP for years and finally have to ask - what makes it do the following faster:
- importing m2v files
- creating builds (muxing tracks etc...)
Is it a faster processor, RAM or multi-cores?
I have a 2009 quad 2.66 and I notice that the cores are barely being used.  I have 8 GB RAM.
I just find it takes a longer than expected time to build a 1 hour 45 SD DVD (approximately 9 minutes) .  I have the AC3 and M2V files and basic filmstrip menus.
Also, any way to batch builds?  Lately, I'm doing multiple disc transfers for clients and it would be great if I could set a batch and walk away instead of having to be here every 7-12 minutes to run a new build.  Not complaining per say, but trying to maximize workflow. Some projects take 45 minutes just to run the builds (although I will start burning as they are made).
Cheers,
Keebler

Thanks Brad. I may try compressor again.  The quality of Bitvice is better imho and I don't have to beg it to use all cores.
I can only get multiple machines going on 1 file then it crashes/locks up for any additional files.
So much that I even have still opened support calls with the FCP team.  I sure wish it worked for me.  Seems to be ok for others. Probably something silly I'm doing.

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