From Blogger John...
By the way, in a comparison test conducted by C&D that included both the 330i and the IS350, the Lexus posted a 5.1 second 0-60 time with the 330i coming in at 6.0 seconds (not within the 6.5 - 6.7 range you mentioned). "LOL" dude, so funny considering the BMW has 50 LESS HORSEPOWER than the Lexus. If Lexus and you think that the Lexus is a better car because it has more power and bullet-proof reliability, that's fine, because those are acceptable reasons for liking a car. I, however, want a car that isn't afraid to be a true driver's car, unlike the Lexus which is basically a Toyota with a taught suspension and a big motor.
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Note: In today's 'Taste of Lexus' event, the pro drivers reported that they were getting 5.6 second times for the IS350 and 6.7 second times for the 330 sport.
In my test drives today, the IS350 was SUBSTANTIALLY faster than the 330i sport.
If you own either, we would love to hear what you're geting in the real world...