For a number of years prior to 1957, efforts on the part of domestic auto makers to produce normally aspirated engines of 1-hp/cubic-inch power capabilities had proven to be somewhat disappointing.

Ford's Boss 302 Mustang is a real-life supercar in every sense. None of the "if you do this" or "after you add that" nonsense. It starts out good, and outclasses most of the world's big-engined muscle ...