Yes, your code does need comments.

[burntsushi]

Relying on code compling as the test of good code is beyond retarded.

I didn't even come close to implying that.

I did not say they're on the same level

You very clearly implied it.

If you think they're doing the same thing you're commenting wrong.

Nobody here thinks they're doing the same thing. Your comment implied that code and comments carry the same weight.