RE: manuverable vs acrobatic
Manueverability is trumped by speed and team tactics, in my opinion. Boom & Zoom baby! Show them the left, hit 'em with the right. That's where the Mustang shines: in a combat wing.
If a dogfighter gets into a "turn & burn" situation, then chances are he made a mistake somewhere. Either that, or the Rules of Engagement are FUBAR (quite possible!)