Hi David
Perfect garage I reckon, 335d + an M3! And I thought I was qualified to comment :-)
As per my post, the 335d isn't faster than an M3 in general, however I did find this stat: 4.0 sec verses 4.4 for 80-120, and I am sure you'd agree the 335d is outrageous when it comes to passing...my impression any how.
Cheers
stu
http://www.driving.ca/modern+diesel+...604/story.html
http://www.7machine.com/bmw/4861.html