IMO,the engine will need usable low rpm power,like good power down to 2,000.
With a 4spd.,and god I love`em the approach will not be identical to an auto.
1st issue is getting off the line.
Either spin,lug the motor,or hook w/rpm`s and see what goes first-the car or the drivetrain.
Your not going to get Automatic type 60fts. without lots of gear 4.88 or more and or a slipper type clutch{exspensive and not street freindly}
So you will have to make up some of what you lost down track,which can work because a manual trans. is more efficient than an auto.
When I went from auto to stick my MPH. went from 131mph to 135mph at the same E.T.
Just sharing my expeirences.
Can you do it ABSOLUTELY
And it will be a blast to drive!