| Beethoven was not native to Vienna. | Schubert was. |
| Beethoven came from a musical background. | Schubert's father was a school-master. |
| Beethoven was associated with the aristocracy. | Schubert was associated with the middle class. |
| Beethoven moved around a lot. | Schubert moved in with people. |
| Beethoven lived pretty well. | Schubert courted poverty. |
| Beethoven was messy and depressive. | Schubert was fussy but cheerful. |
| Beethoven was not easy to like. | Schubert had lots of friends. |
| Beethoven (probably) liked women. | Schubert (probably) liked men. |
| Beethoven is best known for his big concerts. | Schubert is best known for intimate musical gatherings. |
| Beethoven died an old guy. | Schubert died young. |