As for handling, stock the mustang might not be able to hang with the all wheel drive STI, But, look what SVT was able to do with the '00 Cobra R. That was a far outdated suspension and they were able to pull out 1G. With simple mods you can use the thousands of dollars you saved by buying a...
I havent heard the SLP cat back but I dont like the way the tips look. I always hear mustangs in my town that I think sound better than mine. I can't really get a full feel for how my car sounds though, while I'm driving it. I wish I could catch up with some of these guys and find out what...
I havent been to the track since I was bone stock and it wasnt pretty. I plan to go soon. I'll post or PM you with some #'s in the next couple of weeks. It cant be that fast 213hp and 260tq I really need a tune. I think I can pick up anywhere from 15 to 20 more hp due to the spike in compression.
With P&P heads, Good cams, 4.10s, and probably 3200 or higher stall, and all that other stuff. Yes, I think its possible to get at least high 12s.
Top that off with nitrous and you're at 11 second range I would think.