I believe it's situational naman.

If you want to take a nap, but your wife asks you to drive to the supermarket to buy something, then driving becomes a chore! Regardless whether you are driving an M/T or an A/T.

But if you are driving in the tracks, even going 10 or 12 laps in an M/T, with the aircon shut off, and wearing a stiffling helmet, driving is still a pleasure!