Any modification of the stock Ford Mustang begins with performance enhancements, particularly the air intake. An aftermarket cold-air intake with a high-flow air filter will give a significant boost to horsepower and torque without costing a great deal of money. Parts for the bolt-on mod are available for as little as a couple hundred dollars and can be done by any competent home mechanic.

No other vehicle personifies the American sports car quite like the Chevrolet Corvette. From its inception in 1953, the Corvette has evolved into an impressively powerful sports car that can easily run with and even run other sports cars twice its price. Today, the storied name brings reverence from fans and respect from rival manufacturers.