Ford Torino had a power and torque increase, and the 460-4V had a power decrease. In an attempt to help improve fuel economy, the standard rear axle ratio for all models was now 2.75:1. 1975–1976 Gran Torinos were used in the popular Spelling-Goldberg Productions TV series "Starsky and Hutch". The producers needed a flashy specialty car for the main characters to drive. Since Ford was the lease supplier for on-screen cars through their Studio-TV Car Loan Program, eventually it was decided by the producers that a bright red 1975 Gran Torino two-door would be the vehicle of choice for the pilot episode.
Jesse Hutch beginning to pursue a career as an actor. He first appeared in character roles in productions such as "Dark Angel", "Smallville" and "Taken". His lead role in the series "About a Girl" aired on The N network. In 2010, Hutch guest starred on The CW Freshmen Hit Drama "Hellcats", appearing in one episode. Jesse Hutch Jesse Hutch (born February 12, 1981) is a Canadian-born film and television actor. He spends his time travelling between the USA and Canada. He worked on the television show "American Dreams" as Jimmy Riley, romantic interest of main character Meg Pryor (Brittany Snow). In 2007,