i have an 81 280e (w123) with two aw1200 subs (check my signature). My problem is, my engine is a little too loud for my liking, especially when heard from outside the car, it drowns out the stereo a litlte (i know, im superficial). The hoodpad hasnt been replaced; its the original, so would a new one help, or should i put either several layers of dynamat or some special sound-blocking foam under the hood/on the firewall inside the engine? Thanks a lot in advance to anyone who posts.

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81 280e
16" 8-holes
clear indicators, new exhaust/intake

stereo -
jvc head unit
6 infinity kappa coax's
aura mr675h 90x6
2 aura mr475's, 200x2 each
2 audiobahn aw1200s in a ported box
1f cap

not bad for a car older than me, huh