I'd go with an automatic. Many years ago, I raced a number of times at a local track against a young lady (beautiful young lady I might add) who had a 69 Road Runner 383 auto. I had a 69 Barracuda 383 Formula S with a 4 spd. It was embarrassing, need I say more. Especially since I had to go to work every following Monday and sit across from her. She was nice enough to only rub it in for a few minutes.