I think it's time for some pics...
The e90
The e46
You would agree that the e90's front is bland and not as classy as the e46.
- The part of the e90's bumper just below the lights and around to the sides is more slanty. It doesnt look good as it makes the headlights and nostrils look overly small and unproportional.
- The crab belly like centre section is the worse looking bit.
There is nothing to dislike about the e46's front. Everything is proportionaled...
Here's is the ugliness of the e90 highlighted through this angle of a shot...