Yeah noise is just part of living in a city. At least loud cars are usually moving so you're only subjected to them for a few seconds. I'll take the growl of a Ferarri over some shitty straight piped V6 Mustang with a crackle tune on it.

I will say that in an area with a lot of trucks a low lying car or motorcycle feels safer for everyone when equipped with a loud exhaust. Also if you have a standard transmission it helps indicate intention when you negotiate the clutch from a full stop as well.