FWIW, I have a 2332 (JPS provided, GEM built) and the 3.88 I think (Freeway Flyer??) . Runs the highway fine and has the requisite torque to push you through the twisties enough to scare you. I had many sorting issues. I had many Weber (IDF44) issues. After tinkering and fussing, these issues abated, and recently the car has been running pretty good. Full disclosure: my first car at age 20 was a 356A coupe, 1600 normal. I learned a lot about air cooled with that car. Then a 356B S90, and learned a lot more. Both daily drivers for many years. I am a gearhead, and have tools and the inclination to fuss and fiddle. I surely do not know it all, but I do know enough. You sound like someone who is not afflicted similarly. you prefer to Hop in turn the key, go. This is the reason why the Subie conversion is so popular. Just guessing here, but I think you'd be delighted with such a drivetrain. With more than enough punch to satisfy all requirements.