MAX is the Father program. VIZ is like the son: most things are there, some are missing, namely full kinematic animation and some material applying features. Then comes VIZ render. I'd say it's the autistic grandson. All it's good for is material and rendering. No lights, no motorcars, not a single luxury.
Also, I still haven't gotten to your drawing. Haven't found the time. I'm hoping I can take a look at it this weekend.