--- title: "The 207-MPH Maserati Ghibli 334 Ultima Celebrates V8s and Nutty Speed" description: "The new special edition Maserati Ghibli 334 Ultima has a 207 mph top speed, making it the fastest internal combustion sedan." date: "2023-07-12" modified: "2023-07-12" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/the-207-mph-maserati-ghibli-334-ultima-celebrates-v8s-and-nutty-speed" categories: - "Maserati News" - "News" - "News by Brand" tags: - "Ghibli" - "maserati" - "sedan" --- # The 207-MPH Maserati Ghibli 334 Ultima Celebrates V8s and Nutty Speed ![]() *\Maserati\* I did not see this coming, but [Maserati]() just turned the [Ghibli]() into the fastest gasoline-burning production sedan in the world. You would be forgiven for forgetting the Ghibli even existed, as Maserati's entry car hasn't exactly lit up sales sheets over the past couple of years. However, to celebrate the end of the brand's long history of great V8s, the Maserati Ghibli 334 Ultima will debut at the Goodwood Festival of speed with a top speed of 207 mph. The "334" in its name denotes its top speed in kilometers per hour, which equals 207 mph. That makes it faster than every other production internal combustion sedan in the world, just barely beating the [Dodge Charger Hellcat Redeye]() (203 mph). ![]() *Maserati* Interestingly, the Ghibli 334 Ultima doesn't claim any more power than the Ghibli Trofeo. Its 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 still makes 572 horsepower and 538 pound-feet of torque. Its higher top speed comes courtesy of some aerodynamic improvements—such as a new carbon fiber spoiler and new wheels—and bespoke compound tires. Admittedly, the new 207 mph top speed is only a bit higher than the Ghibli Trofeo's 203 mph top speed but more is still better. Alongside the Ghibli 334 Ultima will be the Levante 334 Ultima. However, both cars mark the end of V8s for Maserati. After such cars are gone, the Italians will still with their Nettuno twin-turbocharged V6 for internal combustion, the same one that powers the [MC20]() and GranTurismo. Having driven both, I can personally say that the new V6 is more than up to the task of waving the internal combustion flag for Maserati. But internal combustion isn't Maserati's main focus anymore, as it's moving toward electrification, with cars like the [GranTurismo Folgore](). ![]() *Maserati* Both the Ghibli 334 and Levante 334 will partake in the famous Goodwood Hillclimb, marking the last time production V8-powered Maseratis will do so. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()