Whether they carry soft and curvy styling or a more aggressive and edgy look, several Italian sports cars have proven what they're capable of. Starting in the '50s, Italians introduced some admirable examples of performance cars we still admire today.

A large, powerful engine wouldn't help much if the mechanical components were of cheap quality, the chassis too heavy, and the aerodynamics neglected. And that is why these Italian sports cars came to life as if they were a craftsman's masterpieces, careful attention paid to their smallest component and fully embodying what they were designed to do; racing... but with style. Here are the most outstanding Italian cars that, for some reason, have been revolutionary.