318 Piston to Valve Clearance

Would a Comp XE262 cam safely work in a stock 318 with 8:5:1 or lower compression pistons without knicking the valves? Also, would it work well with a 2.76 to 2.94 gear for cruising?

Also, does it have more lope to it than my Comp 260H cam with .440/.440 lift and slightly better torque and power?

Thanks.