How about a shorter diesel pusher?

There are lots of new shorter DP's. - Palazzo, Forza, Excursion, Sportscoach, Breeze, Ventana etc . They are popular because they are budget friendly. You can get a brand new DP for under 150k. All of them come in lengths as short as 33 and 34 feet. I think Tiffin makes the shortest DP at 32. And most yield double digit fuel economy. I haven't read any complaints about poor handling. Not that there aren't any, I've just never heard about it. Most echo the same positive reviews on handling and road manners as any other DP.