Let's face it, some maps are harder to run than others, could we have presets that change based on the map? Eg lower video settings in Italy than GridMap for example.. since Italy is a bit hard to run..
Wasn't there a config file containing the graphics settings in the game files somewhere ? Maybe one can copy the file multiple times into certain folders on desktop or somewhere else and give them different settings for each one. I know, it's a hassle, but a least you could throw in the one you currently prefer instead of pulling an turning all the knobs every time.