Factional Weapons Cause Faction Pop Imbalance?

[GreatMazinkaise]

Well, it's been mentioned that TR have greater "hip-firing" (misnomer) accuracy than the other two factions, so one could assume that those who favor moving while shooting will primarily play TR.

The stationary turret players will of course prefer NC for better headshots. Those who favor versatility and interesting vehicle movement over an illusion of masculinity will prefer the VS.

So to the OPs questions:
1. Only if you're playing TR /troll
2. Almost certainly.