Not "better" than the autolites. The autolites did start (hot or cold) better, idle better, better mileage, and possibly more power, have not dynoed yet, compared to the champions.
Although some are convinced platinum produces a slightly smaller kernel, it is a stronger kernel. Therefore, you can run a slightly "loose" .035" gap, and now you have a "bigger" kernel. Mine are actually gapped at .037" "tight". After several track events, they look great.
Until Iridium or Denso get to the price of autolites, they can't be beat for the money. Plus, you can get autolites anywhere, even some Wal-Marts!