Is this behavior modeled on the Magnitude3 F-4U Corsair? I asked GROK about it because of the scene in this movie and he gave me this answer.
The phenomenon described, where the aircraft would "turn on its axis" when applying power quickly, is related to the engine torque and the gyroscopic effect of the propeller. The R-2800 engine was turning a large, heavy propeller, and when increasing power abruptly, the torque generated by the engine rotation could cause the aircraft to have a tendency to roll or yaw (veer to one side) due to the reactive force. This effect was particularly critical in low-speed situations, such as during landing, when the pilot had to quickly correct with the controls (ailerons and rudder) to keep the aircraft stable.
In short, the F4U Corsair did indeed suffer from this behavior due to its power and engine torque, and this was a known challenge, especially in carrier landing operations.