How can you tell if a 1996 Pontiac firebird has a v6 or a v8 engine?

To determine if a 1996 Pontiac Firebird has a V6 or V8 engine, check the vehicle identification number (VIN) located on the dashboard or inside the driver's side door frame. The 8th digit of the VIN indicates the engine type: a "6" signifies a V6 engine, while a "2" indicates a V8 engine. Additionally, you can look under the hood for the engine type label or check for the presence of a larger intake manifold and exhaust system, which are characteristic of the V8 engine.