9-second Chevy NOVA In Drag, Video by fullboostJuly 20, 2015 Gavin’s 9-second street driven Chevy Nova. 1963 Chevrolet Nova Chev small block V8 434ci engine 6000rpm stall converter 9in diff, 4.33:1 gears Street radial tyres, full exhaust Power: 705hp on pump unleaded