Starting in WordPress 3.5, the orderby parameter will allow the value post__in to sort by the order of the post__in parameter, just like in your example.
It may not be ideal to wait or require 3.5+, but this will almost certainly be the best and easiest way to do what you’re looking to do.
Here’s the relevant trac ticket if you want the details.
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