Here's my take on flat vs. drop bars.

A flat bar gives you one hand position, a drop bar gives you many. Advantage drop bar.

A drop bar can be set up so the "hoods" position is identical to what a flat bar could be. Advantage neither.

The drops of a drop bar give you greater control option when the road gets "spicy". Advantage drop bar.

The hoods of a drop bar provide the option of an aero position when going fast or riding into the wind. Advantage drop bar.

Conclusion: Flat bar is limiting, while drop bar is not uncomfortable.