B0207 Formula 3

The Lola B0207 Formula 3 features modified turbocharged Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 9 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 280 horsepower through rear-wheel-drive configuration at 1,200 pounds weight, achieving 0.23 pounds-per-horsepower power-to-weight ratio and 150 mph top speed. Avon radial slick tires in 250/575/13 front and 290/590/13 rear specification provide grip for carbon fiber monocoque chassis developed in partnership with Dome of Japan for 2007 Formula 3 competition.

Unconventional production-based turbocharged powerplant selection differentiates Lola B0207 from contemporary naturally-aspirated Formula 3 competitors typically utilizing specialized racing engines from manufacturers like Mugen-Honda and Mercedes-Benz, though turbocharger lag characteristics and weight penalty compromise traditional Formula 3 high-revving naturally-aspirated performance philosophy. The Lola-Dome partnership represents British-Japanese collaboration in junior single-seater racing categories, though limited competitive success and eventual withdrawal from Formula 3 market reflects dominance of Dallara chassis and specialist engine suppliers in increasingly cost-controlled junior formula racing environment.