Why does Apple sell same config that was available 15-16 months ago

All:
I was considering buying a Mac Pro, but was suprised to see that most of the reviews from the initial release (summer of 06) cover a configuration identical to what Apple is still selling today.
Why doesn't apple improve the specs over time - as newer technology comes available at a cheaper price? Most PC manufacturers improve the video card, processor speed and hard drive size over time - and charge the same price.
Apple appears to be offering a 16 month old configuration for the same price they charged 16 months ago - but they have not changed the original configuration (other than offering an 8-core option).
Am I missing something (I might be - and this is why I'm asking)? Why should I spend $2500+ to get something that I could have purchased 16 months ago for the same price.
Lumpydog

*Intel Opens First High-Volume 45nm Microprocessor Manufacturing Factory*
+New $3 Billion Facility to Produce Processors with Intel 45nm Hafnium-based High-k Metal Gate Transistors+
+CHANDLER, Ariz., Oct. 25, 2007 ñ Production of a new generation of microprocessors for PCs, laptops, servers and other computing devices officially began today inside of Intel Corporation's first high-volume 45 nanometer (nm) manufacturing factory in Chandler, Ariz.+
+Called "Fab 32," the $3 billion factory...+
Intel PR Chip News:
http://www.intel.com/pressroom/chipshots/chipshots.htm#120707a
No small feat, and a huge appetite from their customers, hoping for mobile, desktop and server chips. 45nm Penryn will be first step, followed by further advances down the road.
I feel lucky to be able to use Mac Pro for the last 16 months, and not wait for something, and while there are definitely improvements, most people are probably happy with the current configuration - outside of perhaps the limited "mid-range" graphics offering from ATI.
Apple Store Specials has excellent deals on 3GHz systems for $3300.

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