Re: Comparison: 330 vs RX-8

I've got a 5 series and a Miata (bulletproof) and had an RX-7.  i test drove
an RX-8 AND WAS VERY IMPRESSED.

"Niles Standish" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> I'm looking at these two cars mostly for daily commutes with the intent to
> keep it for quite some time.  I know that the RX-8 is pretty new and that
> not many folks have likely seen/driven it.  Some rough similarity in terms
> of features and size from what I can tell.  I'd tend to go with most or
all
> of the options.  RX-8: $31K, new model (for better or worse), smooth
rotary
> engine, 250 HP.  330: $40K, new model coming in a few years, smooth
in-line
> 6, 225 or 235 HP depending on model, xi version available.
>
> Anyone else comparing these two?  Anything in particular that steers you
to
> one over the other?  I test drove a 5-series and although I liked it, it
> might be/seem to be too big for most of my use (daily commute/errands,
> usually 1 or no passengers...but I definitely need a 4-seater for the
> occasional 3 passengers and to haul stuff).
>
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