Aw come on ED9man. Not everything must have VTEC. What BMW has for variable valve control makes Hondas look like toys. Several of their engines don't even have throttle plates and rely solely on variable valve pitch as a means of controlling throttle. BMW is tinkering with 52volt digital engine management systems. If this one's got it, watch out Viper...
But I agree. The outside is er.... uh....
Looks like they're taking styling cues from Infinity. I think the Audi S8 looks way sexier, but I like the BMW's interior better.