I think the idea came from Hollywood
any body saw movie "The Dilemma"
whyle the movie plot is not about cars specifically
the main charactes are working on making the new eco-friendly (electric) Dodge Charger prototype, sound and perform just like the classic 1968 Dodge Charger.
while the actual driving performance are good, they are having problem replicating
the engine sound that would not blow the accoustic electronics...