I'm with you, Danny. All of our cars have elements of compromise. What works for me in my mid-70's wasn't what worked in my mid-40's. That's why my coilovers are adjustable, eh?
However, even with compromises, the performance and characteristics of a mid-engine platform set the standard for me. I've had rear and mid-engine, and my driving ability is not on your level, but, even a mediocre driver like me can feel the difference that a mid-engine platform allows.